Quantum Technologies Named As Finalist Among 20th OC Tech Alliance High-Tech Innovation Awards

LAKE FOREST, Calif., Aug. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: QTWW), a global leader in natural gas storage systems, integration and vehicle system technologies has been named as a finalist in the Green Technology category of the Orange County Technology Alliance annual High-Tech Innovation Awards for its industry-leading ultra light weight Q-Lite™ compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel storage tanks and systems.

Now in its 20th year, this premier awards program event celebrates achievement among the regional tech industry by honoring local companies, individuals and products that drive innovation in Orange County. OC Tech Alliance will announce all winners at a gala dinner on Oct. 15, 2013, at the Hilton Costa Mesa.

"We are honored to have been selected as a finalist in this year's awards," said Brian Olson, President and CEO of Quantum Technologies. "Being recognized by OC Tech Alliance for our innovative products is validation that Quantum's fuel storage innovations are enabling market transformation, as the shale gas revolution is paving the way for dramatic changes in the way Americans fuel their vehicles."

"We received nominations from all of Orange County's most important technology companies," said Sigmund Fidyke III, president, Custom Software, and High-Tech Innovation Awards Judging Committee Chair. "We congratulate Quantum for ascending to the finalist ranks. This region boasts many noteworthy companies that continue to influence technology development throughout the rest of the world, and we're excited to help highlight them."

In addition to the product awards, OC Tech Alliance will recognize excellence among chief executives leading Orange County-based tech companies as well as local tech companies innovating in the areas of product development, financial accountability and industry leadership.

OC Tech Alliance also will celebrate educators and students for their innovative use of science, math and technology in the classroom and the community in conjunction with Project Tomorrow. The organization is the nation's leading education nonprofit group focused on preparing today's students to be tomorrow's innovators.

About Orange County Technology Alliance
Orange County Technology Alliance is a 501(c)6 nonprofit trade association committed to fast-forwarding the local innovation economy. It is the successor organization to the Orange County Council of TechAmerica and AeA. It is the only technology association addressing the needs of small-to-midsize technology companies and their leaders based in Orange County, Calif. The alliance serves members through local networking, professional development, state and federal advocacy, savings on business services and industry recognition.

To learn more about membership, contact OC Tech Alliance at info@octechalliance.com or www.octechalliance.com. Follow alliance activities on Twitter at www.twitter.com/octechalliance.

About Quantum
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. is a leader in the innovation, development and production of natural gas fuel storage systems and the integration of vehicle system technologies including engine and vehicle control systems and drivetrains. Quantum produces one of the most innovative, advanced, and light‐weight compressed natural gas storage tanks in the world and supplies these tanks, in addition to fully‐integrated natural gas storage systems, to truck and automotive OEMs and aftermarket and OEM truck integrators. Quantum provides low emission and fast‐to‐market solutions to support the integration and production of natural gas fuel and storage systems, hybrid, fuel cell, and specialty vehicles, as well as modular, transportable hydrogen refueling stations. Quantum is headquartered in Lake Forest, California, and has operations and affiliations in the United States, Canada, and India.

More information about the products and services of Quantum can be found at http://www.qtww.com/

Media Contacts:
Orange County Technology Alliance
Cara Stewart  
Remarx Media for OC Tech Alliance 
cara@remarxmedia.com                              

Quantum Technologies
Brion D. Tanous                     
CleanTech IR, Inc. 949-290-5563  
btanous@cleantech-ir.com

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