Hybrid Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: HYBR)-US Congressional Candidates, Shareholders and Media, Including CBS-Affiliate

MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA, Apr 17 (MARKET WIRE) --
Hybrid Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: HYBR), www.hybridtechnologies.com,
emerging leaders in the development and marketing of lithium-powered
products worldwide, held another successful Open House at their Research
and Development Facility on Mooresville, North Carolina.

Click here for detailed press release and highlights of Open House:
http://www.hybridtechnologies.com/20080417

Click here to view coverage by CBS-Affiliate WBTV:
http://www.hybridtechnologies.com/20080417-wbtv

Hybrid's 2008 Open House was attended by over 150 inquisitive guests
where test drives were conducted by the company's latest in all-electric,
lithium powered vehicles. State politicians, shareholders, media and the
public alike were pleased with the company's progress, breadth of product
lines and the vehicles' performance.

Mr. Pat Smathers, running for North Carolina's Lt. Governor, took the
wheel of Hybrid's LiV(TM) FLASH where he was quite impressed with the
handling power of the electric version of the Mini-Cooper. Diane Hamby,
running for US Congress 5th District, eagerly experienced the high-power
of Hybrid's LiV(TM) RUSH sportscar.

Hybrid Technologies shareholder, Alan White, was confident of the future
of the company's electric cars, stating, "Electric vehicles are taking
off now. We just need more people to realize the current availability."

Forward-Looking Statements - This press release may include
forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the
Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934. These statements are based on the Company's current expectations as
to future events. However, the forward-looking events and circumstances
discussed in this press release might not occur, and actual results could
differ.

Contacts:
Hybrid Technologies, Inc.
Media Contact
1-888-HYBTECH (1-888-492-8324)
Email: pr@hybridtechnologies.com

Hybrid Technologies, Inc.
Investor Relations
1-888-669-1808
Email: info@hybridtechnologies.com
Website: www.hybridtechnologies.com

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