Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc.
Annual Report 2006

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from concept to production Annual Report 2006 August 21, 2006 Dear Stockholders, The last year was one of transition, diversification, and growth for Quantum, marked by strategic activities to establish the foundation for our business into the future. Our Quantum-Tecstar integration efforts have been at the forefront of our transition to become a complete Tier- One OEM supplier for fuel cell and hydrogen vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and specialty vehicle programs. We have leveraged existing facilities to expand upon customer programs and have consolidated activities in our administrative and operational areas to take advantage of cost savings. The integration of our sales and marketing teams has begun to bear fruit as we present our full array of technologies and capabilities as a “one-stop shop” to automakers and other customers worldwide. We have been successful in diversifying our customer base and expanding our capabilities through our strategic activities over the last year. These activities include the acquisitions of Regency Conversions and Empire Coach, the acquisition of a controlling interest in Advanced Lithium Power, and the strategic formation and evolvement of Amstar and Unique Performance. The acquisitions of Regency and Empire broaden our limited edition vehicle product portfolio and expand our distribution channels for our specialty vehicle products. The evolution of Amstar and formation of Unique Performance provide exciting new products that we can offer to the specialty vehicle marketplace. Our strategic activities have also resulted in the growth of Quantum’s revenues as well as our capabilities. We have been able to achieve year-over-year revenue growth through our strategic acquisition activities and customer diversification initiatives in the face of the challenges of the major automakers. We are especially excited about the potential for Advanced Lithium Power (ALP). ALP is developing state-of-the-art lithium ion battery and control systems that control state-of-charge and provide for thermal management, resulting in high- performance energy storage. This technology supports Quantum’s strategic initiatives in hybrid electric and fuel cell vehicles. We believe that this is an important technology with potential to penetrate into today’s hybrid electric vehicle market as backup power applications. It also positions Quantum to be a single source for energy storage solutions to automakers for hydrogen hybrid and fuel cell vehicles. Accomplishments for Fiscal 2006 This year’s accomplishments continue to advance our capabilities in hydrogen fuel system applications, hybrid vehicles, and specialty vehicles. Quantum’s business highlights for the past year include: • Phase 2 award of a $2.6 million program from the U.S. Department of Energy for the development of next-generation hydrogen storage technologies, focused on optimizing the storage capacity of Quantum’s ultra lightweight advanced composite 10,000 psi hydrogen storage tank technology; • Contract award by Lockheed-Martin to develop hydrogen and oxygen fuel storage modules for a regenerative power supply system for space exploration; • Contract award from the U.S. Army for an additional HyHauler Plus™ transportable hydrogen refueling station, which represents an expansion of Quantum’s mobile Hydrogen Infrastructure program; • Appropriation of $6.95 million in the U.S. Department of Defense budget for Quantum programs, including the Alternative Mobility Vehicle (AMV) program to develop an advanced second generation (“Aggressor II”) high-performance light-duty off-road hybrid electric vehicle platform and the Mobile Hydrogen Infrastructure (MHI) program; 1 • Formation of a new company with Unique Performance to design and manufacture “fast to market” high- performance specialty vehicles, beginning with the Special Edition 2006 Ford Foose Stallion Mustang; • Delivery of 30 hydrogen hybrid Toyota Priuses to fleets in Southern California, including the cities of Burbank, Ontario, Riverside, Santa Ana, and Santa Monica, as part of the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (AQMD) program to demonstrate 30 hydrogen vehicles and refueling infrastructure. Quantum has sold 23 additional hydrogen hybrid Toyota Priuses to the California Air Resources Board, e-Vermont, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories, and Norway’s HyNor project; • Acquisition of Texas-based Regency Conversions, Inc., one of the largest vehicle converters in North America, producing more than 5000 vehicles annually, which are sold through 250 automobile dealerships throughout the continental U.S.; • Contract award from the U.S. Army National Automotive Center (NAC) to develop a hydrogen-fueled Ford Escape Hybrid concept vehicle; • • Signing of a letter of intent with Nissan North America, Inc. for the production of the special edition Nissan Titan Onyx - a special edition vehicle based on the concept version of Nissan’s popular full-size Titan pickup designed by Quantum’s Tecstar Automotive Group in conjunction with Nissan; Joining the Plug-In Hybrid Development Consortium - a consortium made up of a growing number of automotive suppliers, manufacturers and other organizations working together to accelerate the commercial production of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles; and • Acquisition of a 35.5% stake in Vancouver, British Columbia-based Advanced Lithium Power Inc. (ALP) - a newly formed company developing leading-edge lithium ion and advanced battery control systems. We believe that this growing list of accomplishments, technologies, and capabilities reinforces Quantum’s foundation as the leading Tier-One automotive supplier of advanced propulsion systems, alternative fuel systems, powertrain engineering and system integration, and specialty vehicle design and manufacturing. Energy Challenges Leading to Opportunities This last year has seen energy - its supply, its cost, its environmental impact, and its politics - come to the forefront of national and international focus. The price and availability of imported oil is negatively affecting our nation’s balance of trade and holding back the growth of our economy. On a consumer level, the bottom line is the cost and availability of energy. The high price of oil, hovering above $70 per barrel, and the resulting high cost of gasoline, are impacting consumers in their pocketbooks. That impact is beginning to affect consumers’ transportation decisions, with fuel-efficient hybrid vehicles in growing demand. We believe the foundation for advanced energy technologies that reduce the use of petroleum fuels against a backdrop of increasing oil prices and growing concerns over long term energy supply is solidifying and on the rise. We have seen a heightened level of commercial and government activity over the past twelve months relating to hybrid vehicles, fuel cells, and hydrogen. This year, after years of debate, the United States federal government took action and promulgated a comprehensive national energy policy: The Energy Policy Act of 2005. The Act, signed into law by President Bush on August 8, 2005, established a comprehensive national policy that includes provisions intended to accelerate the implementation of fuel-efficient hybrid vehicles, alternative fuels, and hydrogen as an energy carrier. The Act includes the authorization of over $3.2 billion in investment through 2010 by the government towards the development, demonstration, and ultimate commercialization of these hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. The proposed funding is intended to support the research, development, and demonstration of hydrogen production, storage, transport, distribution and dispensing. The Act also supports the research, development, and demonstration of fuel cell systems for stationary and portable power generation as well as for transportation applications, including light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles. Furthermore, the Act has also set goals for the production and deployment of not less than 100,000 hydrogen-fueled vehicles in the United States by 2010; and 2,500,000 hydrogen-fueled vehicles by 2020. 2 The need for energy efficiency and reduced fuel usage is impacting even the U.S. Department of Defense. The Defense Department uses more than four times as much energy as the other government agencies combined, and accounts for almost all the government’s petroleum consumption, according to the Department of Energy. Spurred by a 57% increase in fuel costs, the Pentagon is speeding up its efforts to save energy and develop new sources of power. Deputy Secretary of Defense Gordon England sent a memo in September 2005 asking all military departments, defense agencies, and employees to conserve fuel. In November 2005, the Pentagon also ordered all defense facilities to cut their energy consumption each year by 2 percent. In an effort to reduce the U.S. military’s spending amid high fuel costs, the Pentagon is looking at wind, solar, hybrids, and hydrogen fuel cells as new sources of energy - all areas in which Quantum is positioned to play a role. We believe that the momentum for fuel-efficient hybrid vehicle technologies, alternative fuels, hydrogen, and fuel cells is gaining not only within the OEMs, but beyond them as well, as solutions are sought to reduce energy usage and cost. We believe that with that momentum will come opportunities for Quantum’s technologies - now and into the future. Looking Forward Our strategy is to enhance our leadership position as a Tier-One automotive supplier of advanced propulsion systems, alternative fuel systems, powertrain engineering and system integration, and specialty vehicle design and manufacturing. We intend to continue to leverage our alternative fuel, battery system, electronic control, electric and hybrid electric drive system, fuel cell, and hydrogen handling and refueling capabilities to support the growing hybrid vehicle market and the early introduction of hydrogen and fuel cell vehicles. We intend to utilize our vehicle manufacturing and second-stage assembly capability to provide fast-to-market capabilities to OEMs for the early limited production business as fuel cell, hydrogen-powered hybrid vehicles, and other hybrids move toward commercialization. We expect to further leverage our relationships with several automotive OEMs to increase the revenue of our second-stage assembly products and services. We also intend to leverage our advanced hydrogen and battery storage technologies into broader energy storage applications, including hybrid electric vehicles and energy storage for renewable energy, such as solar photovoltaic applications. We intend to continue to diversify our customer base for these products and services to include OEMs, OEM dealer networks, military and other government entities, and other strategic alliance and distribution partners. We believe that, through our strategic initiatives to diversify our customer base, enhance our product and service offerings, and control costs, we are building a solid foundation with which we can capitalize on the opportunities for advanced transportation technologies. We believe that you will start to see our customer diversification initiatives for our second stage assembly and specialty vehicle business pay off in the next year. We are also excited with the potential of providing a one-stop energy storage solution for automakers with our hydrogen storage and lithium ion battery venture for fuel cell and hybrid electric vehicles. We have a committed employee base dedicated to our mission to be the leader in specialty vehicles and alternative energy transportation. I am proud of their accomplishments this past year and look forward to the opportunities for more successes next year and beyond. We remain committed to bringing value to you, our stockholders. On behalf of all our employees, thank you for your confidence in us and for your support of our vision. Best regards, Alan P. Niedzwiecki President & CEO 3 Form 10-K U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K È ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended April 30, 2006 ‘ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.: 0-49629 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) 33-0933072 (IRS Employer Identification Number) 17872 Cartwright Road, Irvine, CA 92614 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code) (949) 399-4500 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) Not Applicable (Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: None Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: Common Stock, $0.001 par value per share Indicate by checkmark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ‘ No È Indicate by checkmark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Securities Act. Yes ‘ No È Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes È No ‘ Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of Registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. ‘ Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer (as defined in Exchange Act Rule 12b-2). Large accelerated filer ‘ Accelerated filer È Non-accelerated filer ‘ Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act) accelerated filer (as defined in Exchange Act Rule 12b-2). Yes ‘ No È The aggregate market value of the Common Stock held by non-affiliates of the Registrant as of October 31, 2005 was approximately $142.9 million, based upon the closing sale price of the Registrant’s Common Stock on such date, as reported on the Nasdaq National Market. Shares of Common Stock held by each executive officer and director and each person owning more than 10% of the outstanding Common Stock of the Registrant have been excluded in that such persons may be deemed to be affiliates of the Registrant. This determination of affiliate status is not necessarily a conclusive determination for other purposes. Number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock as of July 7, 2006: 53,784,513 shares of Common Stock, $.001 par value per share, and 999,969 shares of Series B Common Stock, $.001 par value per share. Documents Incorporated By Reference Into Part III: Portions of the definitive Proxy Statement for the Registrant’s fiscal 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A within 120 days after the Registrant’s fiscal year end of April 30, 2006 are incorporated by reference into Part III of this Report. QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I Item 1 Business Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 1A Risk Factors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 1B Unresolved Staff Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 2 Legal Proceedings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 3 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 4 PART II Item 5 Market for Company’s Common Equity and Related Stockholder Matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 6 Selected Financial Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 7 Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations . . . . Item 7A Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Statements and Supplementary Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 8 Item 9 Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure . . . . Item 9A Controls and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 9B Other Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PART III Item 10 Directors and Executive Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 11 Executive Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 12 Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 13 Certain Relationships and Related Transactions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Item 14 Principal Accountant Fees and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 23 37 37 38 38 39 40 41 60 60 60 60 64 65 65 65 65 65 PART IV Item 15 Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules, and Reports on Form 8-K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 1 FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Some of the information in this annual report and in the documents that we incorporate by reference contains “forward-looking statements” that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements come within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and are subject to the “safe harbor” created by those sections. These statements relate to, among other things: our market and business strategies; our plans to develop and commercialize our products; our ability to provide engineering and manufacturing services to our customers; our ability to integrate acquisitions and realize expected synergies thereof; our plans to expand our customer base; our ability to establish and maintain necessary strategic relationships; our ability to maintain our competitive advantage; our ability to secure the necessary certification of our products and comply with applicable standards; our ability to establish and effectively operate our manufacturing sites; our ability to attract and retain necessary employees; our ability to protect our intellectual property; our position in our markets; government support of hydrogen vehicles and establishing infrastructure to support them; and the future growth of the fuel cell vehicle industry and specialty automotive equipment industries. All statements included in this annual report and the documents that we incorporate by reference, other than those that are historical, are forward-looking statements. These statements include words such as “may,” “could,” “will,” “should,” “assume,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “intend,” “believe,” “predict,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “outlook,” “potential,” or “continue,” or the negative of these terms, and other comparable terminology. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a number of risks and other factors, including those described below, elsewhere in this annual report and in the other filings we make from time to time with the SEC. The following risks and other factors, in addition to those identified in this annual report under the heading “Risk Factors,” could cause actual results, and actual events that occur, to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements: • • • • • • • • • • • • • the possibility that we will not fully realize the anticipated benefits of the company’s acquisitions and other business investments; the company’s ability to execute its business strategy; the company’s reliance on General Motors; the growth of the specialty vehicle and hydrogen economy markets; changes in general economic and business conditions; the company’s financial condition and liquidity, as well as its future cash flows and earnings; the company’s level of operating expenses; the effect, interpretation or application of new or existing laws, regulations and court decisions; the availability of funding; developments in technology by the company and its competitors; catastrophic events and natural disasters such as fires and floods; acts of war or terrorist activities; and other economic, political and technological risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements contained in this annual report are made only as of the date hereof. We are under no obligation—and we expressly disclaim any such obligation—to update or alter our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. 2 Item 1. Business. Overview PART I We are a leader in powertrain engineering, system integration, manufacturing and assembly of packaged fuel systems and accessories for specialty vehicles and applications including fuel cells, hybrids, alternative fuels, hydrogen refueling, new body styles, mid-cycle vehicle product enhancements and high performance engines and drive trains for Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) and OEM dealer networks. We are uniquely positioned to leverage our alternative fuel, battery system, electronic control, electric and hybrid electric drive system, fuel cell, and hydrogen handling and refueling capabilities and experience to support the growing hybrid vehicle market and the early introduction of hydrogen and fuel cell vehicles. We also design, engineer and manufacture hybrid and fuel cell vehicles. Prior to our acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group, formally known as Starcraft Corporation, on March 3, 2005, our primary business consisted of design, manufacture, and supply of packaged fuel systems to OEMs for use in fuel cell, hydrogen hybrids and alternative fuel vehicles and other fuel cell applications. With the acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group, our combined business now additionally includes Tecstar Automotive Group’s automotive supply operations, primarily consisting of second-stage manufacturing of specialty equipment for pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUVs), engineering and design capabilities for concept vehicles, and distribution of automotive accessories through OEM dealer networks. The acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group expands Quantum’s OEM ‘one-stop-shop’ capability with expanded resources in terms of vehicle system design, powertrain engineering, systems integration, validation, and second stage manufacturing and assembly for all future fuel cell, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicle programs. Our expanded OEM capabilities facilitates our participation in early stage development, production and second stage assembly of fuel systems and performance packages for fuel cell, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. Through the integration of the two companies, we are starting to use Tecstar Automotive Group’s second stage assembly capabilities in several of our fuel cell applications, hydrogen hybrids and alternative fuel programs that involve assembly and production. We classify our business operations into three reportable segments: Quantum Fuel Systems, Tecstar Automotive Group, and Corporate. The reportable segments other than Corporate represent strategic businesses that are managed separately and offer products and services that can be differentiated. Corporate consists of general and administrative expense incurred at the corporate level that is not directly attributable to any of the other operating segments. Background We were incorporated in Delaware in October 2000 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. IMPCO conducted our business through various departments, first as a division (the Automotive OEM Division) and most recently as a subsidiary (Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc.). On July 23, 2002, IMPCO distributed to its stockholders, on a pro-rata basis, all of the shares of Quantum common stock owned by IMPCO. Each IMPCO stockholder received one share of Quantum common stock for each share of IMPCO common stock owned as of July 5, 2002, the record date for the distribution. Immediately prior to the distribution, IMPCO transferred to Quantum substantially all of the operations, assets and liabilities constituting IMPCO’s automotive OEM business. Immediately following the completion of our spin-off from IMPCO, our strategic alliance with General Motors became effective. As of July 7, 2006, General Motors has an 8.2% equity position in our company. On March 3, 2005, we acquired all of the outstanding shares of stock of Tecstar Automotive Group pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger dated as of November 23, 2004 (the “Merger Agreement”) in a transaction 3 accounted for as a purchase in accordance with SFAS No. 141, “Business Combinations.” Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, each share of Tecstar Automotive Group common stock that was outstanding at the effective time of the merger was converted into the right to receive 2.341 shares of Quantum common stock. The total number of Quantum shares issued in connection with the merger was approximately 21.0 million shares and represented approximately 40% of the total number of Quantum shares outstanding immediately following the completion of the merger. On September 15, 2005, Tecstar Automotive Group acquired a 51.0% interest in Empire Coach Enterprises, LLC, a second stage limousine manufacturer, for $600,000 in cash pursuant to an Asset Purchase Agreement dated September 15, 2005. The fair value of the net assets acquired, based upon management’s estimates amounted to $558 and resulted in $599,442 of goodwill. On September 22, 2005, Tecstar Automotive Group sold substantially all the assets of its production paint facility, Tarxien Automotive Products Ltd. (“Tarxien”), to Concord Coatings, Inc. in exchange for a 20% equity interest in Concord Coatings, $250,000 in cash, and a promissory note in the principal amount of $1,242,279. During the first quarter of fiscal 2007, it was determined that Concord Coatings was insolvent and could not repay the promissory note owed to Tarxien nor the outstanding advances on the credit facility with Comerica Bank. In light of this, Tecstar Automotive Group agreed to purchase Concord Coating’s loan from Comerica Bank in satisfaction of Tarxien’s guaranty of the loan and to give us a lead secured position over the remaining Concord assets in anticipation of the closure of operations. Concord Coatings is a variable interest entity and we are the primary beneficiary based on the promissory note due to us and bank guarantees provided by us. Accordingly, the accounts of Concord Coatings are consolidated by us. On January 18, 2006, we obtained a 50.1% controlling interest in Unique Performance Concepts, LLC (“UPC”), a business venture formed with UPC’s minority interest partner Unique Performance, Inc. to manufacture limited edition high performance vehicles. On February 8, 2006, we acquired all of the stock of Texas based Regency Conversions, Inc. (“Regency”) for $3.3 million in cash, plus 1,815,000 shares of the Quantum’s common stock valued at approximately $7.8 million. Regency is a van, SUV and vehicle converter and is expected to supplement our second stage vehicle manufacturing and aftermarket parts business by offering additional distribution channels directly to automotive dealers, and significantly broaden our customer base beyond OEMs. In addition, our manufacturing and engineering expertise will allow Regency to improve its product offerings and enter new vehicle markets. Regency’s unaudited revenues for calendar year 2005 were reported in excess of $40 million. Under the purchase method of accounting, the total estimated consideration for the transaction was $11.2 million which includes $0.1 million in direct transaction fees and expenses. As a result, we preliminarily allocated $3.0 million to net tangible assets, $5.3 million to identifiable intangible assets primarily consisting of dealer networks and Regency’s registered trade name and assigned the excess purchase consideration to goodwill in the amount of $2.9 million. On March 24, 2006, we obtained a 35.5% stake in Vancouver, British Columbia-based Advanced Lithium Power Inc. (ALP) for $0.2 million in cash. ALP is a newly formed company and its primary asset is intellectual property. ALP is developing state-of-the-art lithium ion battery and control systems that control state-of-charge and provide for thermal management, resulting in high-performance energy storage. ALP’s technology has significant opportunities and applications in hybrid electric vehicles, fuel cell vehicles, uninterruptible power supplies, and energy storage for renewable energy, such as solar photovoltaic applications. We have obtained voting agreements from certain stockholders and have secured other voting rights at the shareholder and board level which provides us a controlling interest in ALP. 4 Business Operations Fuel Cell, Hybrid and Alternative Fuels Operations We provide powertrain engineering, system integration, manufacturing and assembly of packaged fuel and battery control systems for a variety of automotive applications including fuel cell, hybrid, and alternative fuel vehicles in the transportation, industrial, and military industries. We also design, engineer and manufacture hybrid and fuel cell concept vehicles and hydrogen refueling systems focused on early infrastructure development. Our packaged fuel systems comprise the storage, monitoring, control, and injection of gaseous fuels to improve efficiency, enhance power output, and reduce pollutant emissions from internal combustion engines and fuel cell systems. We supply our advanced gaseous fuel systems for alternative fuel vehicles to OEM customers for use by consumers and for commercial and government fleets. Since 1997, we have sold approximately 19,000 fuel systems for alternative fuel vehicles, primarily to General Motors Corporation and its affiliates (“General Motors”), which in turn have sold substantially all of these vehicles to its customers. We also provide our gaseous fuel systems and hydrogen refueling products for fuel cell applications to major OEMs through funded research and development contracts and on a prototype basis. These fuel cell and hydrogen refueling products are not currently manufactured in high volumes and will require additional product development; however, we believe that a commercial market will begin to develop for these products over the next five to seven years. We believe that these systems will reach production volumes only if OEMs produce fuel cell and hydrogen-based vehicles and hydrogen refueling products using our systems on a commercial basis. A number of automotive and industrial manufacturers are developing alternative clean power systems using fuel cells or clean burning gaseous fuels in order to decrease fuel costs, lessen dependence on crude oil and reduce harmful emissions. Our products for these markets consist primarily of fuel storage, fuel delivery, electronic vehicle control systems, lithium ion battery control systems, as well as system integration of our products into fuel cell, hybrid, and alternative fuel vehicles, and hydrogen refueling products, which includes the complete design of fuel cell and hybrid vehicles. We offer the following products and services to enable the development and commercialization of these systems: • • • • • fuel storage—advanced composite, ultra-lightweight tanks that provide cost-effective storage of hydrogen or natural gas; fuel delivery—pressure regulators, fuel injectors, flow control valves, and other components designed to control the pressure, flow and metering of gaseous fuels; electronic vehicle control systems and software—solid-state components, electronic controls and proprietary software that monitor and optimize fuel flow and drive systems to meet manufacturers’ fuel cell, engine or hybrid requirements; lithium ion and advanced battery control systems—control systems and algorithims developed for automotive hybrid and fuel cell applications as well as for energy storage applications for renewable energy, such as solar photovoltaic applications; and systems integration—services to integrate advanced fuel storage, fuel delivery, electronic vehicle control components, electric drive and battery control systems, power electronics, and other ancillary components to meet OEM requirements, including the complete design of fuel cell and hybrid concept vehicles. The current market for our packaged fuel systems for fuel cell and hydrogen applications is the emerging world market for passenger, fleet, industrial and military vehicles powered by fuel cells and hybrid engines using hydrogen, and hydrogen refueling products focused on the early refueling infrastructure needs. We plan to continue the development of our hydrogen vehicle and refueling technologies to meet market opportunities. We are focusing our fuel cell enabling technology marketing efforts on North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. 5 Specialty Automotive Equipment and Second-Stage Manufacturing Operations Our Tecstar Automotive Group is a Tier One second-stage manufacturer that designs, engineers and integrates specialty equipment products into motor vehicle applications, primarily General Motors’ pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles. Our accessory packages are typically for new OEM body styles, mid-cycle enhancements, specialty products, and high-performance engines and drivetrains. We also have engineering and design capabilities focused on powertrain projects and complete vehicle concepts, such as high-performance and racing engines for cars, boats and motorcycles, and complete race cars. We engineer and validate certain appearance items to OEM standards, primarily for General Motors’ pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles. We receive vehicle chassis from the OEM and add these parts through a process called “second-stage manufacturing.” The chassis are provided by the OEM on a drop-ship basis. After completing the final appearance assembly work, the vehicles are placed back into the normal OEM distribution stream. The vehicles carry the full OEM warranty and are marketed directly by the OEM through its dealerships. We engineer and design concept vehicles and distribute automotive parts and OEM-quality automotive accessories through OEM dealer networks and other strategic and distribution partners. Tecstar Automotive Group is considered a Tier One automotive supplier to the OEMs. Our second-stage assembly programs typically range from two to five years over the life of the OEM chassis and are backed by short-term purchase orders standard in the industry. We provide a limited warranty of our products to the OEM, which is substantially the same as the OEM warranty provided to the OEM’s retail customers. In addition to second stage manufacturing, we manufacture and distribute specialty and conversion vehicles through Regency, which allows us to distribute vehicles directly to automotive dealers thereby increasing our distribution base and significantly broadening our customer base. Regency is one of the largest vehicle converters in North America and will supplement our second stage vehicle manufacturing and aftermarket parts business by offering vehicle packages and conversions directly to automotive dealers, and significantly broaden our customer base beyond OEMs. In addition, it is anticipated that the Tecstar Automotive Group segment’s manufacturing and engineering expertise will allow Regency to improve its product offerings and enter new vehicle markets. The addition of Regency will enable us to assemble a specialty equipment package on a new vehicle and directly sell our system in conjunction with a vehicle sale from the OEM to high-volume customers or dealerships under a QVM-Quality Vehicle Manufacturing arrangement but without utilizing the OEM marketing network. The current market for our specialty vehicle equipment products and services is the growing world market for vehicle personalization products. We plan to continue the development of our appearance and performance products to provide OEMs with faster time to market, less costly, high quality exterior and interior appearance packages and to meet market opportunities for the sale and distribution of aftermarket parts and products. We plan to expand our capabilities and products to new customers. We also intend to promote our vehicle manufacturing capabilities, which are currently being utilized for the installation of our specialty equipment products, for the early production of fuel cell and other advanced technology vehicles, such as hydrogen-powered hybrids. Industry Overview Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Vehicle Industry The emerging fuel cell and hydrogen vehicle industry offers a technological option to address increasing worldwide energy costs, the long-term availability of petroleum reserves and environmental concerns. Fuel cell and hydrogen hybrid vehicles have emerged as a potential alternative to existing conventional internal combustion engine vehicles because of their higher efficiency, reduced noise and lower tailpipe emissions. Fuel cell industry participants are currently targeting the transportation and hydrogen refueling infrastructure markets. We believe that our hydrogen and hybrid enabling products of fuel storage, fuel delivery and battery and 6 electronic control systems along with our vehicle-level system integration experience can be effectively applied in these markets. A fuel cell is an electrochemical device that produces electricity by combining hydrogen with oxygen from the air. This electrochemical reaction occurs silently and without combustion, with useable heat and water as the only by-products. The system can use as its base fuel either pure hydrogen or hydrogen derived from hydrocarbon fuels, such as methanol, natural gas or petroleum, using a device called a reformer. A reformer breaks down hydrocarbon fuels using heat and a catalytic process. Regardless of the fuel used to provide hydrogen, the fuel cell system will require on-board hydrogen storage, fuel delivery and electronic controls. Furthermore, keys to optimizing the performance of a fuel cell are proper metering and delivery of hydrogen fuel and air to its fuel cell stacks and efficient storage of the fuel to maximize its total operation time. The use of hydrogen as a fuel of the future has been gaining support worldwide. Domestically, President Bush continues to promote his goal of achieving energy independence for the United States, while dramatically improving the environment, which was first expressed in his 2003 State of the Union Address. Furthermore, both the House and Senate versions of the proposed Energy Policy Act of 2005 established a comprehensive national policy that includes provisions intended to accelerate the implementation of hydrogen as an energy carrier. Although the detailed provisions related to hydrogen and fuel cell technologies differ between the proposed House and Senate versions of this Act, both include the authorization of over $3.2 billion dollar investment through 2010 by the government towards the development, demonstration, and ultimate commercialization of these technologies. The proposed funding is intended to support the research, development, and demonstration of hydrogen production, storage, distribution and dispensing, and transport. Both versions of the Energy Bill also support the research, development, and demonstration of fuel cell systems for stationary and portable power generation as well as for transportation applications, including light- and heavy-duty vehicles. Furthermore, the proposed Senate version has also set goals for the production and deployment of not less than 100,000 hydrogen- fueled vehicles in the United States by 2010; and 2,500,000 hydrogen-fueled vehicles by 2020. The U.S. Department of Energy has published the National Hydrogen Energy Roadmap that provides a plan for the coordinated, long-term, public and private efforts required for hydrogen energy development. Quantum’s President and CEO, Alan Niedzwiecki, led the group responsible for the hydrogen storage section of the Roadmap. Approximately 30 hydrogen-refueling stations have been opened worldwide in the past twelve months. Some of these are open for retail service, such as the station opened by Shell Hydrogen in Washington D.C. There are now 100 hydrogen-refueling stations worldwide. The trend is toward compressed hydrogen. In California alone, where Governor Schwarzenegger is actively promoting a “Hydrogen Highway Network,” there are 16 operational hydrogen stations with plans for 23 more by 2007, and a total of 50-100 by 2010. In addition to signing an executive order that calls for a hydrogen refueling infrastructure throughout California, the Governor continues to support hydrogen technologies and claims that hydrogen is one of the “environmental technologies [that] will allow us to conserve energy cut pollution and protect our natural resources.” Other states that have recently established statewide initiatives to encourage the implementation of hydrogen and fuel cells include Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, New Mexico, New York and Ohio. In May 2006, we received a purchase order for 15 hydrogen-fueled Toyota Prius hybrid vehicles from Miljobil Grenland AS, a participant and vehicle provider to the Norwegian Hydrogen Highway (HyNor). These hydrogen hybrid vehicles will be put in service in Norway in 2006 and 2007 as part of the HyNor program. HyNor is a unique Norwegian joint public/ private partnership initiative to demonstrate real life implementation of hydrogen energy infrastructure along a route of 580 kilometers (360 miles) from Oslo to Stavanger during the years 2005 to 2008. The project comprises all steps required to develop a hydrogen infrastructure and includes various hydrogen production technologies and uses of hydrogen, in all cases with an adaptation to local conditions. The overall objectives of the HyNor project are to demonstrate the commercial viability of hydrogen energy production, hydrogen’s use in the transportation sector, and the development of a hydrogen infrastructure. 7 The number of fuel cell and hydrogen demonstration programs is increasing worldwide, other examples which include the California Fuel Cell Partnership, California Stationary Fuel Cell Collaborative, Compressed Hydrogen Infrastructure Program, Clean Energy Partnership in Berlin, Controlled Hydrogen Fleet & Infrastructure Demonstration and Validation Project, Fuel Cell Bus Club, Japan Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Demonstration Project, Hydrogen Highway Network in California, BC Hydrogen Highway in British Columbia, AQMD Test Fleet, Hi Way Initiative, Ruhr-Alps-Milan Hydrogen Supply Chain Integrated Project, Hydrogen Corridor in Canada, Norwegian HyNor Project, Illinois Hydrogen Highway, The Northern H in the Upper Midwest, and Singapore’s Initiative in Energy Technology. Fuel cell and hydrogen-powered hybrid vehicles are being designed to provide clean, quiet power for a variety of applications in transportation, fleet, industrial and military vehicles. The commercialization of fuel cells in all of these markets will require cost reductions for the entire system, including the fuel cell stack, fuel system, balance-of-plant, and assembly. In the automotive market, each of DaimlerChrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, and Toyota Motor Corporation has unveiled fuel cell vehicles, with mass production of fuel cell vehicles anticipated by General Motors to begin close to the end of the decade, by DaimlerChrysler to begin by 2012 to 2015, and by Toyota to begin by 2015. Allied Business Intelligence (“ABI”), a technology research and consultancy firm that publishes intelligence on the automotive industry and energy markets, projects that mass production of fuel cell vehicles will begin in 2010 and that the industry will produce approximately 500,000 fuel cell vehicles per year by 2015. We believe that a market for hybrid vehicles and internal combustion engines powered by hydrogen may also be an enabling strategy to prepare for the emerging fuel cell vehicle market. Hydrogen-powered hybrid and other hydrogen vehicles can begin to drive the demand for the refueling infrastructure of this clean fuel, which is a critical component to fuel cell vehicle commercialization. South Coast Air Quality Management District in Southern California is positioning the region to be ready for fuel cell vehicles by initiating a hydrogen-powered hybrid program. In January 2006, our Quantum Fuel Systems segment initiated the delivery of 30 hydrogen hybrid Priuses to participating fleets located in Southern California. The objective of this effort, funded by the South Coast Air Quality Management District, is to stimulate the early demand for hydrogen, expedite the development of infrastructure, and provide a bridge to fuel cell vehicles. We believe this program will help expedite the expansion of a hydrogen infrastructure and bridge the technology gap between conventional gasoline vehicles and fuel cell vehicles, as this technology of the future is being commercialized. We believe that this can be the model for other markets where fuel cell vehicles will emerge, e.g., North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, and thus we intend to initially focus our marketing efforts of hydrogen hybrid systems in these areas. We believe that additional markets will develop in other areas, including boats, forklifts, golf carts, recreational vehicles, auxiliary power units, and military applications. The commercialization of fuel cells in all of these markets will require across-the-board cost reductions for the entire system, including the fuel cell stack, fuel system, balance-of-plant, and assembly. As cost reduction targets are achieved in volume production, we believe that the fuel subsystem will represent approximately 20% of the cost of a fuel cell or hydrogen system. Commercialization of fuel cell vehicles is dependent upon establishing cost-effective on-board fuel storage solutions, hydrogen storage and handling codes and standards, and a hydrogen-refueling infrastructure. Safety is also a primary concern when dealing with highly compressed gases. The fuel storage systems must be able to withstand rigorous testing as individual components and as part of the fuel system on the vehicle. Safety concerns apply to the fuel system as a whole, including the tank, regulator and fuel lines, all of which need to comply with applicable safety standards. Additionally, to ensure widespread commercialization, the fuel storage and delivery systems need to provide adequate range, be of acceptable size and shape, and perform similarly to conventionally fueled vehicles without unacceptably high cost. We believe interim steps will be taken by governments to provide initial refueling infrastructure for demonstration fleets, government programs, 8 commercial fleet operators, and initial consumer commercialization. This initial infrastructure could include mobile refueling units, compact stationary refueling units and bulk transport trailers. Specialty Automotive Equipment and Second-Stage Manufacturing Industry The specialty equipment and second-stage manufacturing industry is driven by the growing vehicle personalization market, which grew approximately 9% in the past year to reach $34 billion in annual sales, according to the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA). OEMs use appearance and performance enhancing packages to increase the appeal of their vehicles to their consumers. Automotive dealers and dealer networks have used styling and performance packages to gain competitive advantages in the market place. Traditionally, these packages have been offered by smaller, niche businesses focusing on components and parts utilizing low-volume assembly shops for installation and distributing parts via aftermarket channels. Over the last several years, the industry has matured from a cottage industry to the emergence of OEM-level second- stage manufactures, and assembly operations providing OEM-level certified systems and installation processes. Vehicle OEMs are also internally producing more automobiles with advanced styling packages and performance enhancements. The certified components and systems are designed and engineered for a specific vehicle platform and are installed via the second-stage manufacturing process. We target not only the vehicle personalization market offered by the OEM’s, but also through dealer networks, the aftermarket, and direct to consumer automotive parts industry. Vehicle personalization items we add to OEM chassis include tires and wheels, exterior body cladding, interior trim, roof racks, grills and graphics. We develop and distribute aftermarket parts such as body cladding, wheels, interior trim panels, engine dress kits, light bars, floor mats and hood scoops. These parts are OEM certified parts using advanced engineering and design methods to ensure durability and high quality. SEMA targets continued growth in this industry. Based on SEMA announcements, industry trends and other anticipated activity from automotive OEMs, we expect the industry to grow approximately 7% to 10% annually over the next several years. The sales of specialty equipment and second-stage manufacturing services are directly impacted by the size of the automotive industry and the relative market share of the major OEMs. Further, OEMs periodically reduce production or close plants for several months for model changeovers that adversely affect operating results of industry participants. Accordingly, a decline in sales in the automotive market or in a particular OEM’s automotive sales, or production cutbacks and plant shut downs for model changeovers by an OEM could have an adverse impact on sales and profits. Sales may be adversely affected if OEM’s perform such second-stage manufacturing programs themselves and do not outsource the business. Sales tend to be subject to long-term contracts with the OEMs, which, at their option, may extend or reduce the terms of such contracts depending upon market conditions and macro-level manufacturing plans. There are no assurances that programs will be renewed on OEM chassis changeovers. Primarily all of Tecstar Automotive Group’s sales are with one customer, General Motors. Products Fuel and Drive System Products Our Quantum Fuel Systems segment’s core fuel and drive system products include gaseous fuel storage, fuel delivery, electronic vehicle control and drive system controls, and advanced battery control systems for use in OEM fuel cell, alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles. Our advanced enabling products for fuel cell applications are used in transportation and industrial vehicles and hydrogen refueling products for the infrastructure to support fuel cell vehicles. We continue to improve our products and develop new systems to meet increasingly stringent vehicle operational and durability requirements in automotive OEM fuel cell powered vehicles. We are also developing improved system technologies using fuel injectors, high- and low-pressure regulators, on-board 9 diagnostics, high-performance fuel system control modules, fuel lock-offs and related components for application in the stationary and portable power generation fuel cell markets. We design and manufacture computerized controls, regulators and automatic shut-off equipment, and lightweight, high-pressure hydrogen and natural gas storage tanks using advanced composite technology. The categories of our fuel and drive system products include: Fuel Storage Products. Our fuel storage products include primarily cylindrical tanks and other advanced design storage products that store fuel at high pressures. We provide lightweight, all-composite storage tank technologies for compressed hydrogen and natural gas. The lightweight nature of the tank, coupled with high hydrogen mass by volume, improves the range of hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles. Our high-pressure tank maximizes hydrogen storage in a given space, optimizing the volume of hydrogen stored on board. These fuel storage products are production ready and are currently on OEM produced vehicles. As we continue to advance these technologies, our efforts will be OEM customer driven with a focus on cost reductions, storage efficiencies and weight. We expect a certain portion of any future development costs to be funded by customer-sponsored programs. Fuel Delivery Products. Our fuel delivery products consist of in-tank and external regulators, injectors and valves. We have designed our in-tank and external regulators for use with hydrogen for fuel cell applications. We have designed our patented fuel injector for use with dry gases such as hydrogen, propane or natural gas. Our fuel injector is capable of handling the high flow rates needed in automotive OEM applications, while offering superior durability, longer life, less noise and lower cost as compared to other gaseous fuel injectors. This component also allows for very precise metering of fuel, which is critical to optimizing a fuel cell system. These fuel delivery products are production ready and are currently on OEM produced vehicles. Advancement of these technologies is focused on application engineering for specific vehicle customization in order to satisfy OEM-specific mechanization and application design. We expect any application development expenses for our fuel delivery products to be funded by customer-sponsored programs. Electronic Vehicle Control System and Software. Our electronic vehicle control system and software products range from eight- to 32-bit architecture. Certain control products precisely control the flow and pressure of gaseous fuels such as natural gas, hydrogen and other gases such as air. We use our electronic vehicle controls, coupled with our proprietary software, to optimize fuel flow and drive systems in fuel cell, hybrid and internal combustion engine applications. We believe, however, that there are numerous other potential applications for these controls. The development of electronic controls and software is generally driven by a specific application or program and is usually funded by customer-sponsored programs. Lithium ion and advanced battery control systems. Our lithium ion and advanced battery control and software products are currently in developmental stage at Advanced Lithium Products. These control systems and algorithims have been developed and for automotive hybrid and fuel cell applications as well as for energy storage applications for renewable energy, such as solar photovoltaic applications. Specialty Equipment Products Our Tecstar Automotive Group’s vehicle personalization products include conversion vehicles, styling products and performance products. We provide a wide range of styling products including exterior and interior products designed to provide unique vehicle styling and functionality, such as body panels, rack systems and running boards. Our performance products provide enhanced engine performance with the goal of enhancing the performance of a given vehicle. Conversion Vehicles. Our conversion vehicle products include modifying the exterior and interior of the chassis by adding seats, carpeting, electronics, running boards and other items that enhance passenger comfort and safety. Our conversion vehicles are sold and distributed directly through automobile dealers. 10 Styling Products. Our styling products include such items as rack systems, electronics, ground effects, aerodynamic enhancements, instrument panels, audio/video equipment, body panels, running boards, rack systems, wheel and tire assemblies, and other items that enhance vehicle appearance, passenger comfort and safety and provide additional vehicle functionality. These products are generally designed and customized for a specific vehicle and are OEM-certified and OEM-level products. In addition, we supply such products directly to OEMs as a tier-one OEM parts supplier. Performance Products. Our performance products include engines, engine parts, cooling system parts and chassis products. These products are generally designed and customized for a specific vehicle and are OEM-certified and OEM-level products. Services We provide services, through both our Quantum Fuel Systems and Tecstar Automotive Group operations, in the areas of design, development, validation, certification, manufacturing, and after-sales service support. We provide our customers with the following services to support their programs for fuel cell vehicles, hydrogen and internal combustion engine vehicles, hybrid vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, hydrogen refueling applications, specialty equipment, and second-stage manufacturing: • • • Vehicle Design. We design complete concept and low-volume production vehicles to demonstrate fuel cell and hybrid vehicle architecture and our styling and performance products. Systems Integration. We integrate our advanced fuel storage, fuel delivery, and electronic vehicle control components and battery control systems into hydrogen fueled vehicles, fuel cell applications, as well as hydrogen refueling products. We integrate our vehicle personalization products into specialty and limited edition vehicles. We also employ rapid prototyping techniques, which accelerate the iterative design process and result in a more accurate design. Testing and Validation. To increase the likelihood of high success rates at the system level, we perform component, subsystem and system testing and validation. These procedures must satisfy our own internal requirements, customer-specific requirements and industry standards. If no suitable procedures exist, we generate requirements for the customer. • Certification and Compliance. Our regulatory and certification engineers endeavor to implement the latest emissions and safety regulations in efforts to ensure the proper certification and ongoing compliance of our products and our business. • • • • Production Engineering. We provide complete production engineering for our limited volume production process as a tier-one OEM automotive supplier. Vehicle Level Assembly and Limited Volume Production. We develop and manage the assembly process for integration of our systems into end products at our facilities or at our customers’ facilities. We also build complete concept vehicles. Training. We develop comprehensive technical training for customers that sell and service our products as well as for those that use our products. Service and Warranty. We have extensive capabilities in developing service procedures and programs for OEMs. We also provide technical support over the telephone or at customer sites to resolve technical issues. Business Strategy Our business strategy is to enhance our leadership position as a tier-one automotive supplier of advanced propulsion systems, alternative fuel systems, powertrain engineering and system integration, limited volume production vehicle assembly and second-stage manufacturing. We intend to leverage our alternative fuel, battery 11 system, electronic control, electric and hybrid electric drive system, fuel cell, and hydrogen handling and refueling capabilities and experience to support the growing hybrid vehicle market and the early introduction of hydrogen and fuel cell vehicles. We intend to utilize our vehicle manufacturing and second-stage assembly capability to provide fast-to-market capabilities to OEMs for the early limited production business as fuel cell, hydrogen-powered hybrid vehicles, and other hybrids move toward commercialization. We expect to leverage our relationships with several automotive OEMs to increase the revenue of our second-stage assembly products and services. We also intend to leverage our advanced hydrogen and battery storage technologies into broader energy storage applications, including hybrid electric vehicles and energy storage for renewable energy, such as solar photovoltaic applications. We intend to diversify our customer base for these products and services to include OEMs, OEM dealer networks, military and other government entities, and other strategic alliance and distribution partners. Our strategy for achieving these objectives includes the following: Design, Integrate and Assemble Hydrogen and Other Packaged Fuel and Battery Control Systems and Drive Packages for Fuel Cell Vehicle, Hybrids, Alternative Fuel and Other Emerging Applications We plan to continue to develop our hydrogen and other alternative fuel system technologies, advanced battery control systems and drive system technologies to assist OEMs in expediting the commercialization of fuel cell, hybrid, alternative fuel and specialized vehicle applications. We also plan to develop systems and complete vehicles to assist the military in adopting fuel cell and hybrid technologies. In February 2006, the U.S. Army selected Quantum to develop the Hydrogen Escape Hybrid concept, which will continue our expansion into the hybrid vehicle market. We intend to apply our expanded vehicle-level design, powertrain engineering, vehicle electronics and system integration expertise to early development and emerging OEM and military vehicle programs to capture early limited production and assembly of new vehicles. Most of the major automotive OEMs have unveiled fuel cell vehicles with mass production of fuel cell vehicles anticipated by General Motors to begin close to the end of the decade, by DaimlerChrysler to begin in the 2012 to 2015, and by Toyota to begin by 2015. We plan to focus our hydrogen and fuel cell enabling technology business development priorities in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Expand Our Customer Base for Specialty Equipment and Second Stage Manufacturing We plan to continue to focus our efforts on designing interior and exterior specialty equipment and appearance packages that appeal to the consumer market and present these concepts to General Motors and new potential customers in an effort to provide desirable options that promote the sale of the OEMs’ vehicles. We believe that these products will appeal to the broader OEM base beyond our primary customer in this market, General Motors, because we believe our products are less costly, provide OEM-quality, and enable OEMs to introduce the packages faster than they could accomplish internally. We intend to expand our specialty equipment and concept vehicle product portfolio to dealer networks and capitalize on a growing market for OEM-quality products and specialty vehicles. In February 2006, we acquired Regency which through its established dealer network allows us to broaden our product offerings and complement our existing distribution of vehicles. We also plan to leverage our existing vehicle manufacturing capabilities to position us to produce the early volumes of fuel cell and hydrogen-powered hybrid vehicles. Provide Hydrogen-Refueling Units for Initial Infrastructure for Military Applications, Development Fleets and Consumer Commercialization We plan to leverage our hydrogen storage, metering and control technologies, and integration capabilities to capitalize on the need for mobile and stationary hydrogen refueling units. We believe there are significant opportunities to work with OEMs and energy and petroleum companies in providing the initial refueling products such as mobile refueling units, compact stationary refueling units, and hydrogen storage for bulk transport trailers. In 2005, we also started production of a transportable hydrogen refueler for the U.S. Army. We have 12 grown our programs with the U.S. military to develop advanced fuel cell and hybrid electric vehicle technologies. Quantum’s Alternative Mobility Vehicle (“AMV”) and Mobile Hydrogen Infrastructure programs received a total of $7.0 million in funding under the government’s fiscal year 2006 Appropriations Bill for the Department of Defense. We plan to continue assisting the military in developing their fuel cell, hybrid and other fuel system and propulsion system technologies. Increase Our Participation in the Hybrid and Alternative Fuel OEM Vehicle Markets We plan to leverage our technology and systems integration capabilities in the hybrid and alternative fuel OEM vehicle markets to expand our customer base and enter new international markets. We have delivered a hydrogen fuel cell hybrid powered light-duty all-terrain vehicle and several hybrid vehicles to the U.S. Army for evaluation. In January 2006, our Quantum Fuel Systems segment initiated the delivery of 30 hydrogen hybrid Priuses to participating fleets located in Southern California. The objective of this effort, funded by the South Coast Air Quality Management District, is to stimulate the early demand for hydrogen, expedite the development of infrastructure, and provide a bridge to fuel cell vehicles. We believe this program will help expedite the expansion of a hydrogen infrastructure and bridge the technology gap between conventional gasoline vehicles and fuel cell vehicles, as this technology of the future is being commercialized. In May 2006, we also received a purchase order for 15 hydrogen-fueled Toyota Prius hybrid vehicles from Miljobil Grenland AS, a participant and vehicle provider to the Norwegian Hydrogen Highway (HyNor). These hydrogen hybrid vehicles will be put in service in Norway in 2006 and 2007 as part of the HyNor program. We believe that significant opportunities for growth exist in international markets and the market for hydrogen-powered hybrids. Based on the anticipated market size and projected growth rate for hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles across the globe, we have prioritized our business development efforts in Asia-Pacific, Europe and North America. Focus Research and Development on Hydrogen and Hybrid Fuel System Technologies and Securing Outside Funding to Support These Programs We intend to focus our research and development efforts on advancing our hydrogen and hybrid enabling technologies and systems to succeeding generations to further improve performance and reduce cost. We plan to actively seek to establish joint development programs and strategic alliances with the major fuel cell developers, lithium ion battery producers and other industry leaders in these markets and secure outside funding to support these programs. For example, under our alliance with General Motors, we are co-developing technologies that are designed to accelerate the commercialization of fuel cell applications. We are also working with Advanced Lithium Power, Inc., certain aerospace companies, and government agencies in advancing hydrogen and hybrid technologies and developing new applications and solutions. Leverage Our Hydrogen and Battery Storage Technologies into Broader Energy Storage Applications We plan to utilize our full array of storage technologies, developed for automotive and refueling applications, in broader applications within the energy industry. The storage of energy is becoming more important with the emergence of renewable energies and the concept of distributed energy. Our advanced storage technologies provide energy users with the ability to store and utilize energy on demand. Expand Our Participation in the Development of Hydrogen Storage and Handling Codes and Standards We plan to expand our participation in national and international organizations that can influence international standard setting for fuel cell and hydrogen vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, and related supporting infrastructure. We plan to focus our involvement in these organizations to promote standards that are performance-based and consistent with and inclusive of our technologies. Members of our management team have served on the boards of key fuel cell and alternative fuel vehicle industry organizations, including the California Hydrogen Business Council, Weststart/CalStart, the National Hydrogen Association, the Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition, the Society of Automotive Engineers and the U.S. Fuel Cell Council. 13 Sales and Distribution We derive revenue from the sale of our advanced fuel products and hydrogen fuel systems for use in fuel cell and alternative fuel vehicles manufactured by General Motors, Toyota and other OEMs, development contracts with OEMs, and government contracts focused on hydrogen fuel research. We sell our jointly developed fuel systems and components to General Motors. Through our fuel cell strategic alliance with General Motors, we are a recommended provider to General Motors of hydrogen storage, hydrogen handling and associated electronic controls for fuel cell system applications. We derive revenue from the sale of our styling and performance products for use in vehicles primarily manufactured by General Motors, and also through parts distribution operations supplying parts for the H2 and H3 HUMMER to OEM dealers, wheels for trucks and SUVs to OEM dealers, and conversion vehicles and vehicle personalization parts through a dealer network. We rely on our sales force and strategic partners to sell our products and services, develop new customers and consummate joint application development programs with leading OEMs in our target markets. Manufacturing Our OEM second-stage manufacturing facilities have been established in Indiana, Missouri and Texas in the United States and in Whitby, Ontario, Canada. All of our second-stage manufacturing facilities are located near General Motors’ assembly plants and are QS-9000 registered. Our parts distribution operations are located near Detroit, Michigan. The Regency conversion facility is located in Fort Worth, Texas. In addition, we operate a tooling and plastics manufacturer in Rochester Hills, Michigan and a limousine manufacturing facility in New Jersey. Substantially all components for the vehicle specialty equipment products business are purchased from outside suppliers. We supply various painted parts and plastic parts internally from our Canadian paint facility and our plastics manufacturer in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The primary raw material used in these components is plastic, which we believe is readily available from several sources. Our products are generally produced upon receipt of firm orders and are designed and engineered by us. However, from time to time we may experience delays in delivery of certain components or materials from suppliers. Our fuel system manufacturing activities currently include assembly, system installation and tank manufacturing. We assemble the majority of our components at our facility in Irvine, California, but outsource the assembly of complex electronic components to select key suppliers for certain components of developed fuel systems. Our vendor and service provider supply base is highly diversified, with none of our suppliers representing more than 15% of our raw material purchases. Complete systems are installed on vehicles at the OEM manufacturing facility or at second-stage assembly facilities. The criteria for the establishment of a site are proximity to vehicle manufacturing and delivery points. Our operations are QS-9000 certified. Strategic Relationships We survey and evaluate on an ongoing basis the benefits of joint ventures, acquisitions and strategic alliances with our customers and other participants in the fuel cell and hydrogen vehicle industry and the specialty vehicle manufacturing industry to strengthen our global business position. We have focused our strategic alliances on expanding our market opportunities and advancing the development of our technologies. We currently have strategic marketing alliances with AM General, General Motors, Sumitomo and Unique Performance, Inc. We have a technology development alliance with General Motors focused on the development of enabling technologies for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Advanced Lithium Power Inc. On March 24, 2006, we obtained a 35.5% stake in Vancouver, British Columbia-based Advanced Lithium Power Inc. (ALP) for $0.2 million in cash, a newly formed company developing lithium ion and advanced 14 battery control systems whose primary asset is intellectual property. ALP is developing state-of-the-art lithium ion battery and control systems that control state-of-charge and provide for thermal management, resulting in high-performance energy storage. ALP’s technology has significant opportunities and applications in hybrid electric vehicles, fuel cell vehicles, uninterruptible power supplies, and energy storage for renewable energy, such as solar photovoltaic applications. As part of our investment and contingent on the exercise of CAD$500,000 in convertible debentures, we were granted an exclusive license to use all licensed patents, know- how, trade secrets and other proprietary information and intellectual property rights pertaining to battery packs and battery management systems. We have certain voting arrangements and shareholder proxies in place that provides us a majority vote in shareholder matters, and we also have veto rights on certain board level decisions, including executive appointments, the issuance of capital stock, the issuance of debt, acquisitions, entry into joint venture relationships, and any third party use of technology. AM General In October 2004, Starcraft formed a business venture with AM General LLC to provide second-stage manufacturing capabilities and design and engineering expertise for special edition vehicles and other low volume OEM programs. The venture, named Amstar and operated as a Limited Liability Company, also offers a full line of aftermarket accessories to complement the General Motors special equipment packages available for HUMMER vehicles. General Motors Our strategic alliance with General Motors became effective upon our spin-off from IMPCO. We believe that the strategic alliance with General Motors will advance and help commercialize, on a global basis, the integration of our gaseous storage and handling systems into fuel cell systems used in the transportation markets. Under the alliance, we, together with General Motors, are co-developing technologies that are designed to accelerate the commercialization of fuel cell applications. Additionally, General Motors endorses us as a recommended provider of hydrogen storage, hydrogen handling and associated electronic controls. This strategic alliance expands upon the relationship that has been in place between General Motors and Quantum (as IMPCO’s Automotive OEM Division) since 1993, through which we provide packaged natural gas and propane fuel systems for General Motors’ alternative fuel vehicle products. In connection with our strategic alliance, we issued stock to General Motors, representing 19.9% (since diluted to 8.2% as of April 30, 2006) of our total outstanding equity following our January 2003 public offering, for consideration of a nominal cash contribution and access to certain of General Motors’ proprietary information. Under the alliance, we have committed to spend $4.0 million annually for specific research and development projects directed by General Motors to speed the commercialization of our fuel cell related products. Since this commitment was waived or partially waived by General Motors for calendar years 2002, 2003 and 2004, the Company anticipates that this commitment will be waived or partially waived in the future. The Company and General Motors agreed upon a Directed Research and Development Statement of Work that covered the period from May 15, 2004 though May 14, 2005. The statement of work outlined specific tasks for the advancement of compressed fuel storage technologies enabling improved performance. Total spending under the statement of work approximated $1.8 million and was funded under the Quantum Fuel Systems segment. During fiscal 2006, we spent approximately $0.6 million for directed research and development activities at the direction of GM. Each party will retain the ownership of its existing technology and will jointly own technology that is created under the alliance. We are able to use jointly created technologies in certain aspects of our business, but are required to share with General Motors revenue from fuel cell system-related products that are sold to General Motors or third parties. Sumitomo Corporation We have a contractual relationship with Sumitomo Corporation, a Japanese company, whereby Sumitomo will market our products for use in the global alternative fuel and fuel cell markets and will have exclusive sales 15 and distribution rights to market our products in Japan. In addition, the agreements also form the basis, subject to definitive terms, for Sumitomo to make a future strategic investment in Quantum, including a joint business venture. Unique Performance Inc. In January 2006, Tecstar Automotive Group teamed with Unique Performance Inc. to form a company named Unique Performance Concepts, LLC that manufactures limited edition high performance vehicles. Tecstar owns 50.1% of the new entity. Our first vehicle under this relationship is the Chip Foose-designed 2006 Ford Stallion Mustang which is planned for production in calendar year 2006, followed by several other vehicle programs. Customers and Development Programs A substantial portion of our revenue relates to product sales to and development fees from GM and Toyota. During fiscal year 2006, revenues from GM comprised 87.4% of our total revenue. We have had prototype development projects or programs with the following entities: Adam Opel AG AeroVironment Autoport, Inc. Ballard Power Systems Catalytic Solutions, Inc. California Motors LLC Daimler Chrysler Energy Conversion Devices Ford Motor Company Garrett-Engine Boosting Systems, Inc. General Motors (Fuel Cell Activities) General Motors Corporation General Motors of Canada, Limited Hydrogenics Corporation Hyundai America Technical Center Hyundai Motor Company Integrated Concepts & Research Corporation ISE Research Lotus Engineering, Inc. Missle Defense Agency SBIR Pinnacle West Capital Corporation Proton Energy Systems, Inc. Roush Performance Products Saleen, Inc. South Coast Air Quality Management District Sumitomo Corporation Suzuki Motor Corporation Toyota Motor Corporation Unique Performance, Inc. U.S. Army—National Automotive Center U.S. Department of Energy Yamaha Motor Company We intend to establish similar relationships with other leading industry OEMs by using our systems integration capabilities and our leading technology position in fuel storage, fuel delivery and electronic controls. Research and Product Development We conduct research and product development in the following areas, with corresponding technical capabilities: • • • Fuel Storage. Composite pressure vessel design and analysis, carbon and epoxy filament winding, and hydraulic, pneumatic, burst and fatigue testing. Evaluation, testing and integration capabilities for advanced hydrogen storage, including hydride, conformable and other emerging pressure and solid state storage. Electronic Control Systems. Specialization in hardware design and selection, engine modeling, calibration and software design for engine and emission controls. Lithium ion and advanced battery control systems. Specialization in developing electronic control systems and software to maximize efficiency and power density in lithium ion battery applications. 16 • Mechanical Design and Development. Specialization in pneumatics, kinematics, hydraulic components and systems, and advanced materials, structural, flow and thermal analysis. • • Advanced Emissions Testing. Testing facility that utilizes California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) approved advanced technology to test Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicles. EPA/CARB certification testing, vehicle development testing including catalyst efficiency, diagnostics calibration, engine durability testing, and engine mapping. Advanced Products. Injectors, fuel management, fuel storage, and fuel supplies for fuel cell power systems, mass flow sensors for natural gas measurement and “smart” sensors using 8-bit microcontrollers. • Component and Subsystem Test Facilities. Extended vibrations, shock loads and accelerations, extreme temperature exposure from -85° F to 392° F, and thermal shock, cyclic corrosion, extended salt, fog, humidity and dryness cycling, severe acid and alkali corrosion, flow simulations, and pneumatic leak checks. • Concept Vehicle Development. Specialization in concept vehicle design and development for specialty equipment and styling packages using powertrain engineering, turbo charging, CAD engineering, clay modeling and other vehicle development and tooling processes. • Vehicle Engineering and Build. Specialization in designing, engineering and building concept or early adoption type vehicles using vehicle and powertrain and electric drive system engineering, vehicle and system integration, and vehicle packaging. We believe we are uniquely positioned, based on our research and product development capabilities, as a tier-one automotive supplier in providing vehicle-level design, powertrain engineering, power electronics and wheel motor interfacing, system integration, manufacturing and assembly of packaged fuel systems and specialty equipment for automotive applications including fuel cells, hybrids, alternative fuels, hydrogen refueling, new body styles, mid-cycle vehicle product enhancements and high performance engines and drive trains. Competition In the fuel cell and hydrogen industry, our expertise is in hydrogen fuel storage, fuel delivery, electronic and drive system controls, and system integration. We do not manufacture fuel cells or fuel reformers. We may face competition from companies providing components such as tanks, regulators or injectors. We may also face competition from traditional automotive component suppliers, such as Bosch, Delphi, Siemens, and Visteon, and from motor vehicle OEMs that develop fuel systems internally. We believe that our competitive advantage over current and potential future competitors is our technology leadership and integration expertise derived from many years of experience with vehicle development and assembly programs. Our current competitors typically focus on individual components. We offer complete packaged fuel systems based on our own advanced technologies, including gaseous fuel storage, fuel metering and electronic controls. A critical element for hydrogen-based vehicles and OEM alternative fuel vehicles is fuel storage. Our major competitors for high-pressure gaseous storage cylinders include Dynetek Industries Ltd., Lincoln Composites and Structural Composites Inc. Liquid hydrogen, metal hydrides and on-board liquid fuel reformation may also provide alternatives to high-pressure storage. Companies pursuing these competing technologies include Linde AG and Energy Conversion Devices. The major domestic market for our vehicle styling and performance products is highly competitive. Competition is based primarily on price, product engineering and performance, technology, quality and overall customer service, with the relative importance of such factors varying among products. Our global competitors in this market include a large number of other well-established independent manufacturers such as Decoma 17 International, a division of Magna International, and special vehicle assembly companies such as MSX International and ASC Incorporated. Many of these potential competitors have been in business longer than us and have substantially greater financial, marketing and development resources than we have. We expect that we will face increased competition in the future as new competitors enter the market and advanced technologies become available. In addition, consolidation in our industry may also affect our ability to compete. Consolidation may strengthen our competitors’ financial, technical and marketing resources and may provide greater access to customers. Consequently, these competitors may be able to develop greater resources for the development, promotion and sale of their products. We cannot assure you that we will be able to compete successfully with our existing or new competitors or that the competitive pressures will not materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition or results of operations. Safety, Regulation, and Product Certification The manufacture, distribution and sale of our products are subject to governmental regulations in the United States at the federal, state and local levels. The most extensive regulations are promulgated under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, which, among other things, empowers the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) to require a manufacturer to remedy certain “defects related to motor vehicle safety” or vehicles that fail to conform to all applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards are promulgated by the NHTSA. Many of our products are affected by these standards. We engage various testing companies, which also perform testing for NHTSA, to test certain of our products. NHTSA can require automotive manufacturers to recall products. We have not experienced any material recalls. Like other automotive manufacturers, we may be subject to claims that our products caused or contributed to damage or injury sustained in vehicle accidents or may be required to recall products deemed to contain defects related to motor vehicle safety. We believe that we are adequately insured for any claims. However, any such claims in excess of our insurance coverage or material product recall expenses could adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations. Promulgation of additional safety standards in the future could require us to incur additional testing and engineering expenses that could adversely affect our results of operations. We must obtain emission compliance certification from the EPA to introduce vehicles or engines into commerce in the United States, and from the California Air Resources Board to introduce vehicles or engines into commerce in California. Certification requires that each vehicle or engine meet specific component, subsystem and vehicle-level durability, emission, evaporative, and idle tests. Both federal and state authorities have various environmental control standards relating to air, water and noise pollution that affect our business and operations. Furthermore, we strive to meet stringent industry standards set by various regulatory bodies and industry practices, including the U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, the National Fire Protection Association, TÜV, European Integrated Hydrogen Project, Kouatsugasu Hoan Kyokai, Underwriters Laboratories, and American Gas Association. Approvals enhance the acceptability of our products in the domestic marketplace. Many foreign countries also accept these agency approvals as satisfying the “approval for sale” requirements in their markets. Our international sales are subject to foreign tariffs and taxes, changes in which are difficult to predict and which can adversely affect sales. Our products must also comply with government safety standards imposed in our foreign markets. 18 Backlog As of April 30, 2006, backlog for our products was approximately $23.3 million for our Tecstar Automotive Group business segment and $3.2 million for our Quantum Fuel Systems business segment. We measure backlog for our products from the time orders become irrevocable, which generally occurs 60 days prior to the date of delivery. Employees As of June 20, 2006, we had 702 full-time employees and 12 part-time employees on our payroll. In addition to our employee personnel, we utilized 52 contract laborers in our facilities. During peak production periods, we may increase our work force. Historically, the available labor force has been adequate to meet such periodic requirements. As of June 20, 2006, none of our employees located in Canada are represented by a collective bargaining agreement as a result of our sale of Tarxien’s operations in September 2005 to Concord Coatings. We consider our relations with our employees to be good. Intellectual Property The continued development and protection of our intellectual property is crucial to our future success. We rely primarily on patent and trade secret laws to protect our intellectual property rights. Although we recognize the importance of patent and trade secret laws and, when appropriate, seek the advantages and benefits these laws offer, we believe that our growth and future success will be more dependent on factors such as the knowledge, experience and expertise of our personnel, new product introductions, continued emphasis on research and development and creation of “know-how”. Of the seven domestic patents we received in connection with our separation from IMPCO, we have allowed three to expire, and the remaining patents will expire between June 2006 and September 2019. We do not believe that the expiration of any of our patents will have a material adverse effect on our business. Of the three domestic patent applications we received from IMPCO, we have been awarded patents on two applications, and are diligently pursuing the remaining application. We do not know whether any patents will be issued from our patent applications or whether the scopes of our issued patents are sufficiently broad to protect our technologies or processes. Our patents may not provide us a competitive advantage. Competitors may successfully challenge the validity and/or scope of our patents and trademarks. We also rely on a combination of trademark, trade secret and other intellectual property laws and various contract rights to protect our proprietary rights. However, we do not believe our intellectual property rights provide significant protection from competition. We believe that establishing and maintaining strong strategic relationships with valued customers and OEMs are the most significant factors protecting us from new competitors. In connection with our strategic alliance with General Motors, each party retains the ownership of its existing technology and jointly owns technology that is jointly created under the alliance. No jointly owned patents have been received or applied for under the alliance. Under the alliance, each party granted the other certain exclusive and/or nonexclusive licenses with respect to certain intellectual property developed by such party prior to and during the term of the alliance and also with respect to the jointly owned intellectual property. During the term of the alliance, we are subject to certain transfer restrictions with respect to the pledge, hypothecation, encumbrance, sale or licensing of certain intellectual property. Further, we are obligated to share with GM a portion of our revenues generated from the sale of our gaseous storage, handling and control products for fuel cell systems for both automotive and non-automotive applications. The revenue sharing payments continue for a period of 45 years. We do not expect the revenue sharing payments to begin until the 2009 fiscal year. Given the uncertainty of the amount of revenues we will generate from the sale of our gaseous storage, handling and control products in future years, we are unable to quantify the amount of revenue sharing payments we will be required to make to GM, if any. 19 In October 2002, we entered into a patent cross license agreement with GFI Control Systems, Inc. in connection with the parties’ mutual agreement to dismiss claims against each other for patent infringement. Pursuant to the agreement, we granted GFI a royalty-free, nonexclusive license to sell products utilizing in-tank regulators covered by our in-tank regulator patent, and GFI granted us a royalty-free, nonexclusive license to sell products utilizing in-tank solenoid valves covered by its in-tank solenoid valve patent, in each case so long as the in-tank regulators and solenoid valves are used together. In the event that the patent covering our in-tank regulator is invalidated, we will be required to pay a five percent royalty to GFI for our use of technology covered by GFI’s patent, so long as its patent is not invalidated. The competitive advantage that we believe can be achieved through the intellectual property related to our in-tank regulators may not be fully realized to the extent that GFI uses our in-tank regulator patent to compete with us. As part of our investment in ALP and contingent on the exercise of CAD$500,000 in convertible debentures, we were granted an exclusive license to use all licensed patents, know-how, trade secrets and other proprietary information and intellectual property rights pertaining to battery packs and battery management systems. We have certain voting arrangements and shareholder proxies in place that provides us a majority vote in shareholder matters, and we also have a veto right on certain decisions at the board level, including third party use of ALP’s technology. We intend to leverage this technology along with our existing electronic control, electric and hybrid electric drive system, fuel cell, and hydrogen handling and refueling capabilities and experience to support the growing hybrid vehicle market and the early introduction of hydrogen and fuel cell vehicles. Available Information We make our annual reports on Form 10-K, our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, our current reports on Form 8-K, and all amendments to these reports available free of charge on our corporate website as soon as reasonably practicable after such reports are filed with, or furnished to, the SEC. Our corporate website is located at www.qtww.com. None of the information contained on our website is intended to be part of this report or incorporated by reference herein. Executive Officers Our executive officers of the Company as of April 30, 2006 and their respective ages and positions were as follows: Name Age Position President; Chief Executive Officer; Director Alan P. Niedzwiecki . . . . . . . . . 49 Jeffrey P. Beitzel . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Chief Operating Officer; Director W. Brian Olson . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Chief Financial Officer; Treasurer Glenn D. Moffett . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Vice President, General Manger of Operations Bradley J. Timon . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Corporate Controller; Chief Accounting Officer Kenneth R. Lombardo . . . . . . . . 40 Vice President-Legal; General Counsel and Corporate Secretary Michael H. Schoeffler . . . . . . . . 45 Richard C. Anderson . . . . . . . . . 52 Douglass C. Goad . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Executive Vice President of TAG Joseph E. Katona . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Chief Financial Officer of TAG President of TAG President of Wheel to Wheel, LLC and Executive Vice President of TAG The following is a biographical summary of the experience of the executive officers: Alan P. Niedzwiecki has served as President and as one of our directors since February 2002 and was appointed as Chief Executive Officer in August 2002. Mr. Niedzwiecki served as Chief Operating Officer from November 2001 until he was appointed as Chief Executive Officer in August 2002. From October 1999 to November 2001, Mr. Niedzwiecki served as Executive Director of Sales and Marketing. From February 1990 to 20 October 1999, Mr. Niedzwiecki was President of NGV Corporation, an engineering and marketing/ commercialization consulting company. Mr. Niedzwiecki has more than 25 years of experience in the alternative fuels industry in product and technology development and commercialization relating to mobile, stationary power generation and refueling infrastructure solutions. Mr. Niedzwiecki is a graduate of Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. Jeffrey P. Beitzel has served as Quantum’s Chief Operating Officer and as a member of our Board of Directors since March 2005. He previously served as a director and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Starcraft, and as President of Starcraft’s Wheel to Wheel and Tecstar subsidiaries since 1998. Mr. Beitzel founded and owned several automotive companies since leaving an engineering position with Ford Motor Company in 1983. These businesses have generally focused on converting automotive design concepts into limited volume production for OEMs. Mr. Beitzel has a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University. W. Brian Olson has served as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since August 2002. From July 1999 to August 2002, Mr. Olson served as Treasurer, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of IMPCO. He originally joined IMPCO in October 1994 and held various financial positions with IMPCO, including serving as Corporate Controller. Between November 1996 and April 1997, Mr. Olson served as manager of financial planning at Autobytel. Prior to joining IMPCO, Mr. Olson was with the public accounting firm of Ernst & Young LLP and its Kenneth Leventhal Group. Mr. Olson holds a B.S. degree in business and operations management from Western Illinois University and an M.B.A. degree in finance and economic policy from the University of Southern California. Mr. Olson is a Certified Financial Manager and a Certified Management Accountant. Glenn D. Moffett has served as our Vice President and General Manager of Operations since May 2005. Prior to that, Mr. Moffett served as our General Manager of Operations since September 2003. Mr. Moffett served as our Corporate Counsel and as an Administrative Manager from January 2001 until he was appointed as General Manager of Operations in September 2003. From May 2000 to January 2001, Mr. Moffett was a consultant for Results-Based Leadership, a firm that builds strategic leadership capabilities within organizations. One of his clients was Quantum. From October 1992 to May 2000, Mr. Moffett was the owner/founder of a technology firm that produced interactive media. From November 1967 to October 1992, Mr. Moffett held the following positions with Rand McNally & Company, a $245 million manufacturing company with 2,500 employees: Personnel Manager, Industrial Relations Manager, Corporate Manager of Personnel and Industrial Relations, Vice President and General Manager, and Vice President of Human Resources and Administration. He has over 35 years of manufacturing, operational and administrative experience. Mr. Moffett holds a B.G.S. in Psychology and Business from the University of Kentucky, Lexington, and a J.D. from Indiana University, Indianapolis. Bradley J. Timon has served as Corporate Controller since April 2004. Prior to joining us, Mr. Timon worked as a financial consultant. From June 1998 to October 2001, Mr. Timon was with CORE, INC. serving as the Corporate Controller through the period of January 2001 and then as Acting Chief Financial Officer until the corporate operations were closed pursuant to a merger. Between September 1995 and May 1998, Mr. Timon served as a Controller for James Hardie Industries. Before entering private industry, Mr. Timon was with the public accounting firm KPMG from 1989 to 1995. Mr. Timon has a B.A. in accounting from California State University, Fullerton and is a Certified Public Accountant. Kenneth R. Lombardo has served as Vice President and General Counsel since May 2005 and became Corporate Secretary in September 2005. From March 1996 to May 2005, Mr. Lombardo practiced law at Kerr, Russell and Weber, PLC in Detroit, Michigan, where he specialized in mergers and acquisitions, taxation, corporate and business law. Mr. Lombardo is also a certified public accountant with over six years of audit and tax experience with Deloitte & Touche. Mr. Lombardo received his law degree from Wayne State University Law School and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, with a major in Accounting, from Central Michigan University. 21 Michael H. Schoeffler has served as Tecstar Automotive Group President since March 2005. Prior to this, he was elected as a director of Tecstar Automotive Group in November 1999 and was appointed Co-Chief Executive Officer in January 2004 upon consummation of the acquisition of Wheel to Wheel. Mr. Schoeffler originally joined Tecstar Automotive Group in 1995 as Chief Financial Officer and was appointed Secretary in 1995. In 1996 Mr. Schoeffler was appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Tecstar Automotive Group. Mr. Schoeffler had previously resigned as an officer of Tecstar Automotive Group in August 2001, to become General Manager of Tecstar Automotive Group Bus and Mobility, a division of Forest River, Inc., a recreational vehicle manufacturer, in connection with Tecstar Automotive Group’s sale of its bus and mobility business. Mr. Schoeffler rejoined Tecstar Automotive Group in January 2003 as President and Chief Operating Officer. Prior to joining Tecstar Automotive Group in 1995 he was Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer of General Products Corporation, an automotive parts supplier, from 1989 to 1995; Assistant Controller for Sudbury, Inc., a diversified automotive manufacturer, from 1986 to 1989; and a Certified Public Accountant with Ernst & Whinney from 1982 to 1986. Mr. Schoeffler holds a B.S. degree in Accounting and Computer Science from University of Dayton, Ohio, and an M.B.A. degree in Operations from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio. Richard C. Anderson has served as Wheel to Wheel, LLC’s (a subsidiary of Tecstar Automotive Group) President since March 2005. He is also serving as Tecstar Automotive Group’s Executive Vice President of engineering. Prior to this, Mr. Anderson served as Vice President of Engineering of Wheel to Wheel and Tecstar. He had also served as a director of Tecstar Automotive Group from January 2004 until it was acquired by Quantum in March 2005. He has worked in the automotive industry since 1976. He worked eight years with the Ford Motor Company, primarily in the Advanced Engine Engineering group. Since leaving Ford in 1984 he worked for various companies involved in a wide range of programs for automotive OEM’s including powertrain development, complete concept vehicles and specialized production vehicle programs. Mr. Anderson holds a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Wisconsin, Madison. Douglass C. Goad has served as Tecstar Automotive Group’s Executive Vice President since January 2004 upon the consummation of the acquisition of Wheel to Wheel. He had also served as a director of Tecstar Automotive Group from January 2004 until it was acquired by Quantum in March 2005. Prior to joining Tecstar Automotive Group, Mr. Goad served for five years as Vice President of Operations of TDM World Conversions. Mr. Goad holds a B.S. degree in Automotive Engineering from Western Michigan University and a M.S. degree in Operations Management from Central Michigan University. Joseph E. Katona III has served as Tecstar Automotive Group’s Chief Financial Officer since September 2003. He had also served as Secretary of Tecstar Automotive Group from September 2003 until it was acquired by Quantum in March 2005. Prior to joining Tecstar Automotive Group, Mr. Katona had served since 1998 as Chief Financial Officer of Creation Group, Inc., a manufacturer of windows, doors and specialty products for a wide range of vehicular and housing applications based in Elkhart, Indiana, and affiliated with Heywood Williams, PLC. Mr. Katona served Creation Group in various financial management capacities between 1993 and 1998. He worked as a certified public accountant with McGladrey & Pullen between 1986 and 1993. Mr. Katona holds a B.S. degree in Accounting from Indiana University. 22 Item 1A. Risk Factors. This annual report, including the preceding Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, contains 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. We face a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those contained in any forward- looking statement. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, the following: We depend on our sales to and contracts with General Motors for a substantial portion of our revenue. During fiscal 2004, 2005 and 2006, our revenue related to product sales to and contracts with General Motors and its affiliates represented approximately 46%, 77% and 87.4%, respectively, of our total revenue for these years. A substantial portion of our revenues with General Motors is for second-stage assembly and compressed natural gas programs. All of the OEM automotive supply sales of the Tecstar Automotive Group business for the three years ended April 30, 2005 were to General Motors. Our arrangements with General Motors generally are non-exclusive, have no long-term volume commitments and are often done on a purchase order basis. We cannot be certain that General Motors and its affiliates will continue to purchase our products. Our second stage assembly agreements with General Motors expired in April 2006. Our bi-fuel and compressed natural gas fuel systems agreement with General Motors is scheduled to expire in July 2006. If General Motors does not award us new second stage assembly agreements and does not extend our bi-fuel and compressed natural gas fuel system agreement or were to otherwise cease doing business with us or significantly reduce or delay its purchases from us and we are not able to replace the lost revenues with business from other Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) or our own direct to market business, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be materially adversely affected. To continue to compete effectively for General Motors’ business, we must continue to satisfy its pricing, service, technology and increasingly stringent quality and reliability requirements. Further, General Motors continues to put significant pressure on its suppliers to reduce costs on an annual basis. While we intend to focus our efforts on retaining and winning business from General Motors, we cannot assure you that we will succeed in doing so. To the extent we do not maintain our existing level of business with General Motors, we will need to attract new customers. To that end, we intend to aggressively pursue second stage assembly and dual-invoice programs from other domestic and foreign OEM’s, but we cannot assure you that we will succeed in getting such business. If we are unsuccessful in maintaining our General Motors business or expanding our revenue base, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be materially adversely affected. Our Quantum Fuel Systems business revenue depends to a significant extent on our relationship with General Motors and General Motors’ commitment to the commercialization of fuel cell vehicles. Our strategic alliance with General Motors became effective upon our spin-off from IMPCO. Our business and results of operations would be materially adversely affected if General Motors were to terminate its relationship with us. Our ability to sell our products to the fuel cell automotive OEM markets depends to a significant extent upon General Motors’ and its partners’ worldwide sales and distribution network and service capabilities. Any change in strategy by General Motors with respect to fuel cells could harm our business by reducing or eliminating a substantial portion of our sales, whether as a result of market, economic or competitive pressures, including any decision by General Motors: • • • • to alter its commitment to our fuel storage, fuel delivery and electronic control technology in favor of other competing technologies; to exit the automotive OEM alternative fuel or fuel cell markets; to develop fuel cells or alternative fuel systems targeted at different application markets from ours; or to focus on different energy product solutions. 23 In addition, pursuant to our agreement with General Motors, we are required to spend $4.0 million annually on joint research and development projects directed by General Motors over a ten-year term that commenced in July 2002. Since this commitment was waived or partially waived by General Motors for calendar years 2003, 2004 and 2005, we anticipate that this commitment will be waived or partially waived in the future, but we cannot assure you that General Motors will continue to waive it in full or in part in the future. The annual commitment under our agreement with General Motors could be financially burdensome and may impact our ability to achieve profitability in the future. Where intellectual property is developed pursuant to this alliance, we have committed to provide certain exclusive or non-exclusive licenses in favor of General Motors, and in some cases the developed intellectual property will be jointly owned. As a result of such licenses, we may be limited or precluded, as the case may be, in the exploitation of such intellectual property rights. Our revenue is highly concentrated among a small number of customers. A large percentage of our revenue is typically derived from a small number of customers and we expect this trend to continue. During fiscal 2004, 2005 and 2006, in addition to General Motors, revenue related to sales of our products to Toyota Motor Corporation and its affiliates represented approximately 44%, 11% and 1%, respectively. Our customer arrangements generally are non-exclusive, have no long-term volume commitments and are often done on a purchase order basis. We cannot be certain that customers that have accounted for significant revenue in past periods will continue to purchase our products. Accordingly, our revenue and results of operations may vary substantially from period to period. We are also subject to credit risk associated with the concentration of our accounts receivable from our customers. If one or more of our significant customers were to cease doing business with us, significantly reduce or delay its purchases from us or fail to pay us on a timely basis, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be materially adversely affected. Our business depends on the growth of the specialty vehicle and hydrogen economy markets. Our future success depends on the continued expansion of the specialty vehicle and hydrogen markets. The specialty vehicle market has grown significantly over the past several years, especially with automotive manufacturers developing second-stage assembly programs for popular vehicle platforms. Our specialty vehicle and second stage assembly programs primarily involve upfitting and modification of sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks and high performance vehicles. The market for these types of vehicles are influenced by and our sales may be negatively impacted by a number of factors some of which include the level of consumer disposable income, OEM plant shutdowns, model year changeovers, interest rates, and gasoline prices. Additionally, we cannot assure you that the markets for fuel cells or hydrogen-based vehicles will gain broad acceptance or, if they do, that they will result in increased sales of our advanced fuel system products. Our business depends on auto manufacturers’ timing for pre-production development programs and commercial production. If there are delays in the advancement of OEM fuel cell technologies or in our OEM customers’ internal plans for commercialization, our financial results could be adversely affected. We expect our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group to result in benefits to the combined company, but we may not realize those benefits due to challenges associated with integrating the companies. The success of our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group will depend in large part on the success of our management in integrating the operations, technologies and personnel of the two companies. Our failure to meet the challenges involved in successfully integrating the operations of Tecstar Automotive Group into our other operations or otherwise to realize any of the anticipated benefits of the merger could seriously harm our results of operations. In addition, the overall integration of the two companies may result in unanticipated operations problems, expenses, liabilities and diversion of management’s attention. The challenges involved in this integration include the following: • • successfully integrating each company’s operations, technologies, products and services; demonstrating to the customers of each of Quantum and Tecstar Automotive Group that the merger will not result in adverse changes in business focus; 24 • • • • • coordinating and integrating system and power train engineering activities to fully leverage each company’s capabilities; coordinating and rationalizing research and development activities to enhance introduction of new products and technologies with reduced cost; preserving distribution, marketing or other important relationships of both Quantum and Tecstar Automotive Group and resolving potential conflicts that may arise; assimilating the personnel of both companies and integrating the business cultures of both companies; realizing the expected cost savings associated with combining the companies in the merger; • maintaining employee morale and motivation; and • reducing the administrative and public company costs associated with Tecstar Automotive Group’s operations. We may not be able to successfully integrate our operations in a timely manner, or at all, and we may not realize the anticipated benefits or synergies of the merger to the extent or in the time frame anticipated. The anticipated benefits and synergies include complementary revenue streams, a strengthened position as a full service Tier 1 OEM supplier, an enhanced ability to leverage each company’s power train integration capabilities, a broader organization and an expanded geographic footprint, a stronger operational base, enriched cross-selling opportunities, and an increased profile within the financial community. These anticipated benefits and synergies are based on assumptions, not actual experience, and assume a successful integration. In addition to the potential integration challenges discussed above, our ability to realize these benefits and synergies could be adversely impacted to the extent that Quantum’s or Tecstar Automotive Group’s relationships with existing or potential customers, suppliers or strategic partners is adversely affected as a consequence of the merger, or, by practical or legal constraints on our ability to combine operations or implement workforce reductions. Furthermore, financial projections based on the same assumptions may not be correct if the underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect. Our financial results could suffer if the goodwill and other intangible assets we acquired in our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group become impaired, or as a result of costs associated with our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group. As a result of the merger, approximately 53% of our total assets are goodwill and other intangibles, of which approximately $102.1 million is goodwill and $46.7 million is other intangibles, a substantial portion of which is customer related intangibles related to our relationship with General Motors. In accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s Statement No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, goodwill is not amortized but is reviewed for impairment annually, or more frequently if impairment indicators arise. Other intangibles are also reviewed at least annually or more frequently, if certain conditions exist, and may be amortized. When we perform future impairment tests, the carrying value of goodwill or other intangible assets could exceed their implied fair value and would therefore require adjustment. Such adjustment would result in a charge to our operating income in that period, which would likely harm our financial results. Additionally, further adjustments for impairment could be required in subsequent periods. In addition, we believe that we may incur charges to operations, which are not currently reasonably estimable, in subsequent quarters after the merger was completed, to reflect costs associated with integrating Quantum and Tecstar Automotive Group. It is possible that we will incur additional material charges in subsequent quarters to reflect additional costs associated with the merger. We could become subject to stockholder litigation associated with our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group and the restatement of our financial statements. Stockholders of companies involved in mergers sometimes file lawsuits that allege, among other things, improprieties in the manner in which the merger was approved or executed. Also, stockholder’s sometimes file 25 lawsuits when a company restates its financial statements. On June 14, 2006, we filed with the SEC an amended Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for our fiscal year ended April 30, 2005 and an amended Quarterly Report for the fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2006. We are not aware of any claims or potential claims with respect to our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group or financial statement restatement, but such claims could arise in the future. Any such claims, whether or not resolved in our favor, could divert our management and other resources from the operation of our business and otherwise result in unexpected and substantial expenses that adversely and materially impact our operating results. The cyclical nature of automotive production and sales, particularly those of General Motors, could adversely affect our Tecstar Automotive Group business. Tecstar Automotive Group’s OEM automotive supply sales are directly impacted by the health of the automotive industry and, in particular, General Motors’ market share, particularly in the market for pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles. Automobile production and sales are highly cyclical and depend on general economic and social conditions and other factors, including consumer spending, interest rates, gasoline prices, environmental concerns, foreign oil dependency concerns and customer preferences. In addition, automotive production can be affected by labor relations issues, regulatory requirements, trade agreements, and other factors, not only at the OEM level but also at the supplier level. For example, a strike by the union workforce at Delphi could have a crippling effect on General Motor’s production, which in turn could adversely affect our business. Furthermore, OEMs periodically reduce production or close plants for periods of up to several months for model changeovers. Declines in sales in the automotive market, or production cutbacks and plant shut downs, particularly at General Motors, could have an adverse impact on our Tecstar Automotive Group business. We have a history of operating losses and negative cash flow that may continue into the foreseeable future. We have a history of operating losses and negative cash flow. If we fail to execute our strategy to achieve and maintain profitability in the future, investors could lose confidence in the value of our common stock, which could cause our stock price to decline, adversely affect our ability to raise additional capital, and could adversely affect our ability to meet the financial covenants contained in our Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with our financial institution. We have spent significant funds to develop and refine our technologies and services. We expect to continue to invest in research and development, and this investment could outpace revenue growth, which would hinder our ability to achieve and maintain profitability. Our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group may not create the benefits and results we expect, adversely affecting our strategy to achieve profitability. To achieve profitability, we will also need to, among other things, effectively integrate Tecstar Automotive Group’s business, increase our revenue base and realize economies of scale. If we are unable to achieve and maintain profitability, our stock price could be materially adversely affected. We may never be able to introduce commercially viable hydrogen products and systems. We do not know whether or when we will successfully introduce commercially viable fuel storage, fuel delivery or electronic control products for the hydrogen market. We have produced and are currently demonstrating a number of test and evaluation systems and are continuing efforts to decrease the costs of these systems and to improve their overall functionality and efficiency. However, we must complete substantial additional research and development on these systems before we can introduce commercially viable hydrogen products and systems. Even if we are able to do so, these efforts will still depend upon the success of other companies in producing related and necessary products for use in conjunction with commercially viable fuel cells, hybrids and other hydrogen applications. A mass market for hydrogen fuel cell products and systems may never develop or may take longer to develop than anticipated. Fuel cell and hydrogen systems represent emerging technologies, and we do not know whether consumers will adopt these technologies on a large scale or whether OEMs will incorporate these technologies into their 26 products. In particular, if a mass market fails to develop, or develops more slowly than anticipated, for hydrogen powered transportation applications, we may be unable to recover our expenditures to develop our fuel systems for hydrogen applications and may be unable to achieve or maintain profitability, any of which could negatively impact our business. Estimates for the development of a mass market for fuel cell products and systems have lengthened in recent years. Many factors that are beyond our control may have a negative effect on the development of a mass market for fuel cells and our fuel systems for hydrogen applications. These factors include the following: • • • • • • • • cost competitiveness and physical size of fuel cell systems and “balance of plant” components; availability, future costs and safety of hydrogen, natural gas and other potential fuel cell fuels; consumer acceptance of hydrogen or alternative fuel products; government funding and support for the development of hydrogen vehicles and hydrogen fuel infrastructure; the willingness of OEMs to replace current technology; consumer perceptions of hydrogen systems; regulatory requirements; and emergence of newer, breakthrough technologies and products within the hydrogen industry. Evolving customer design requirements, product specifications and testing procedures could cause order delays or cancellations. We have experienced delays in shipping our products as a result of changing customer specifications and testing procedures. Due to the dynamic nature of hydrogen fuel cell technology, changes in specifications are common and may continue to result in delayed shipments, order cancellations or higher production costs. Evolving design requirements or product specifications may adversely affect our business or financial results. Higher gasoline prices, higher interest rates and/or decreases in the level of disposable consumer income could adversely affect the demand for the products of our Tecstar Automotive Group business. Our Tecstar Automotive Group is heavily dependent on consumer demand for large trucks and SUVs. Continued increases in the price of gasoline could reduce demand for these types of products. Additionally, since many consumers finance their purchase of vehicles, the availability of financing and level of interest rates can affect a consumer’s purchasing decision. A decline in general economic conditions, consumer confidence or the level of disposable consumer income would be expected to adversely affect the sales of our Tecstar Automotive Group business. Our ability to design and manufacture fuel systems for fuel cell, hydrogen and hybrid applications that can be integrated into OEM products will be critical to our business. We currently offer packaged fuel systems, which include tanks, brackets, electronics, software and other components required to allow these products to operate in fuel cells, hybrids, or other alternative fuel applications. Customers for these systems require that these products meet strict OEM standards that can vary by jurisdiction. Compliance with these requirements has resulted in increased development, manufacturing, warranty and administrative costs. A significant increase in these costs could adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition. If we fail to meet OEM specifications on a timely basis, our existing or future relationships with OEMs may be harmed, which would have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition. To be commercially viable, our fuel cell products and systems must be integrated into products manufactured by OEMs. We can offer no assurance that OEMs will manufacture appropriate products or, if they 27 do manufacture such products, that they will choose to use our fuel cell products and systems. Any integration, design, manufacturing or marketing problems encountered by OEMs could adversely affect the market for our fuel cell products and systems and our business, results of operations and financial condition. We depend on third-party suppliers for the supply of materials and components for our products. A supplier’s failure to supply materials or components in a timely manner, or to supply materials and components that meet our quality, quantity or cost requirements, or our inability to obtain substitute sources for these materials and components in a timely manner or on terms acceptable to us, could harm our ability to manufacture fuel systems for our fuel cell applications and other products. In particular, components that we integrate in our hydrogen fuel regulation systems need to be compatible with hydrogen. To the extent materials need to be tested and replaced to ensure compatibility, we may experience delays in shipping our hydrogen fuel regulation systems or complete packaged fuel systems. Additionally, a delay in the delivery of components or materials used in our products, such as high-strength fiber, from our current suppliers or a change to other suppliers would likely delay the production of our products that use those components or materials, which could negatively impact our business, results of operations and financial condition. The terms and enforceability of many of our strategic partner relationships are uncertain. We have entered into relationships with strategic partners for design, product development and distribution of our existing products, and products under development, some of which may not have been documented by a definitive agreement. Where definitive agreements govern the relationships between us and our partners, the terms and conditions of many of these agreements allow for termination by the partners. Termination of any of these agreements could adversely affect our ability to design, develop and distribute these products to the marketplace. In many cases, these strategic relationships are governed by a memorandum of understanding or a letter of intent. We cannot assure you that we will be able to successfully negotiate and execute definitive agreements with any of these potential partners, and failure to do so may effectively terminate the relevant relationship. We currently face and will continue to face significant competition. Our products face and will continue to face significant competition. New developments in technology may negatively affect the development or sale of some or all of our products or make our products uncompetitive or obsolete. Other companies, many of which have substantially greater resources, are currently engaged in the development of products and technologies that are similar to, or may be competitive with, certain of our products and technologies. Because the fuel cell has the potential to replace existing power sources, competition for fuel cell products will come from current power technologies, from improvements to current power technologies and from new alternative power technologies. Increases in the market for alternative fueled vehicles may cause OEMs to find it advantageous to develop and produce their own fuel management equipment rather than purchase the equipment from us. In addition, greater acceptance of alternative fuel engines or fuel cells may result in new competitors. Furthermore, there are competitors, including OEMs, working on developing other fuel cell technologies in our targeted markets. A large number of corporations, national laboratories and universities in the United States, Canada, Europe and Japan possess fuel cell technology and/or are actively engaged in the development and manufacture of fuel cells. Each of these competitors has the potential to capture market share in various markets, which would have a material adverse effect on our position in the industry and our business, results of operations and financial condition. Many of our competitors have financial resources, customer bases, businesses or other resources which give them significant competitive advantages. We depend on our intellectual property, and our failure to protect that intellectual property could adversely affect our future growth and success. Our failure to protect our existing intellectual property rights may result in the loss of exclusivity or the right to use our technologies. If we do not adequately ensure our freedom to use certain technology, we may have to 28 pay others for rights to use their intellectual property, pay damages for infringement or misappropriation, and/or be enjoined from using such intellectual property. We have not conducted formal evaluations to confirm that our technology and products do not or will not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of third parties. As a result, we cannot be certain that our technology and products do not or will not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of third parties. If infringement were to occur, our development, manufacturing, sales and distribution of such technology or products may be disrupted. We rely on patent, trade secret, trademark and copyright law to protect our intellectual property. Our patent position is subject to complex factual and legal issues that may give rise to uncertainty as to the validity, scope and enforceability of a particular patent. Accordingly, we cannot assure you that any of the patents we have filed or other patents that third parties license to us will not be invalidated (especially in light of the potentially adverse implications of our abandoned reissue application and agreement with Dynetek Industries Ltd. in which we agreed not to assert claims with respect to our in-tank regulator patent), circumvented, challenged, rendered unenforceable, or licensed to others or that any of our pending or future patent applications will be issued with the breadth of claim coverage we seek, if issued at all. Effective patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret protection may be unavailable, limited or not applied for in certain foreign countries. For instance, it may be difficult for us to enforce certain of our intellectual property rights against third parties who may have inappropriately acquired interests in our intellectual property rights by filing unauthorized trademark applications in foreign countries to register our marks because of their familiarity with our business in the United States. Some of our proprietary intellectual property is not protected by any patent or patent application, and, despite our precautions, it may be possible for third parties to obtain and use such intellectual property without authorization. We have generally sought to protect such proprietary intellectual property in part by confidentiality agreements and, if applicable, inventors’ rights agreements with strategic partners and employees, although such agreements have not been put in place in every instance. We cannot guarantee that these agreements adequately protect our trade secrets and other intellectual property or proprietary rights. In addition, we cannot assure you that these agreements will not be breached, that we will have adequate remedies for any breach or that such persons or institutions will not assert rights to intellectual property arising out of these relationships. Furthermore, the steps we have taken and may take in the future may not prevent misappropriation of our solutions or technologies, particularly in respect of officers and employees who are no longer employed by us or in foreign countries where laws or law enforcement practices may not protect our proprietary rights as fully as in the United States. Our failure to obtain or maintain the right to use certain intellectual property may negatively affect our business. Our future success and competitive position depends in part upon our ability to obtain or maintain certain proprietary intellectual property used in our principal products. This may be achieved, in part, by prosecuting claims against others who we believe are infringing our rights and by defending claims of intellectual property infringement brought by others. While we are not currently engaged in any material intellectual property litigation, in the future we may commence lawsuits against others if we believe they have infringed our rights, or we may become subject to lawsuits alleging that we have infringed the intellectual property rights of others. For example, to the extent that we have previously incorporated third-party technology and/or know-how into certain products for which we do not have sufficient license rights, we could incur substantial litigation costs, be forced to pay substantial damages or royalties, or even be forced to cease sales in the event any owner of such technology or know-how were to challenge our subsequent sale of such products (and any progeny thereof). In addition, to the extent that we discover or have discovered third-party patents that may be applicable to products or processes in development, we may need to take steps to avoid claims of possible infringement, including obtaining non-infringement or invalidity opinions and, when necessary, re-designing or re-engineering products. 29 However, we cannot assure you that these precautions will allow us to successfully avoid infringement claims. Our involvement in intellectual property litigation could result in significant expense to us, adversely affect the development of sales of the challenged product or intellectual property and divert the efforts of our technical and management personnel, whether or not such litigation is resolved in our favor. In the event of an adverse outcome in any such litigation, we may, among other things, be required to: • • • • • pay substantial damages; cease the development, manufacture, use, sale or importation of products that infringe upon other patented intellectual property; expend significant resources to develop or acquire non-infringing intellectual property; discontinue processes incorporating infringing technology; or obtain licenses to the infringing intellectual property. We cannot assure you that we would be successful in any such development or acquisition or that any such licenses would be available upon reasonable terms, if at all. Any such development, acquisition or license could require the expenditure of substantial time and other resources and could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition. We have limited experience manufacturing fuel systems for fuel cell and hydrogen applications on a commercial basis. To date, we have limited experience manufacturing fuel systems for fuel cell and hydrogen applications on a commercial basis. In order to produce fuel systems at affordable prices, we will have to produce fuel systems through high volume automated processes. We do not know whether we will be able to develop efficient, automated, low-cost manufacturing capability and processes that will enable us to meet the quality, price, engineering, design and production standards, or production volumes required to successfully mass market our fuel systems for fuel cell and hydrogen applications. Even if we are successful in developing our high volume manufacturing capability and processes, we do not know whether we will do so in time to meet our product commercialization schedules or to satisfy the requirements of customers. Our failure to develop such manufacturing processes and capabilities could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition. We may need to raise additional capital in the future to achieve commercialization of our products and technologies and to develop facilities for mass production of these products. Our future cash requirements will depend on numerous factors, including completion of our product development activities, our ability to commercialize our fuel systems for fuel cell applications and market acceptance of our products. We expect to devote substantial capital resources to continue development programs and develop a manufacturing infrastructure for our products. We anticipate that we may need to raise additional funds to achieve commercialization of our products and to develop facilities for mass production of those products. We do not know whether we will be able to secure additional funding on terms acceptable to us, if at all. If additional funds are raised through the issuance of equity securities or additional acquisitions of entities with cash reserves, the percentage ownership of our then-current stockholders will be reduced. In addition, pursuant to restrictions in our agreement with General Motors, we will generally need General Motors’ consent prior to issuing our capital stock in a private placement, and we can provide no assurances that such consent can be obtained. If adequate funds are not available to satisfy long-term capital requirements, we may be required to limit operations in a manner inconsistent with our development and commercialization plans, which could adversely affect operations in future periods. We may not meet our product development and commercialization milestones. We have product development programs that are in the pre-commercial stage. The success of each product development program is highly dependent on our correct interpretation of commercial market requirements, and 30 our translation of those requirements into applicable product specifications and appropriate development milestones. If we have misinterpreted market requirements, or if the requirements of the market change, we may develop a product that does not meet the cost and performance requirements for a successful commercial product. In addition, if we do not meet the required development milestones, our commercialization schedules could be delayed, which could result in potential purchasers of these products declining to purchase additional systems or choosing to purchase alternative technologies. Delayed commercialization schedules may also impact our cash flow, which could require increased funding. Our business could suffer if we fail to attract and maintain key personnel. Our future depends, in part, on our ability to attract and retain key personnel, including engineers, technicians, machinists and management personnel. For example, our research and development efforts depend on hiring and retaining qualified engineers. Competition for highly skilled engineers is extremely intense, and we may experience difficulty in identifying and hiring qualified engineers in many areas of our business. Our future also depends on the continued contributions of our executive officers and other key management and technical personnel, each of whom would be difficult to replace. In connection with our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group, we may face challenges in integrating the personnel and management of our companies. We do not maintain a key person life insurance policy on our chief executive officer, our chief financial officer or any other officer. The loss of the services of one or more of our senior executive officers or key personnel, or the inability to continue to attract qualified personnel, could delay product development cycles or otherwise materially harm our business, results of operations and financial condition. We may be adversely affected by labor disputes. Labor disputes may occur at OEM and critical OEM supplier facilities, which may adversely affect our business, particularly our Tecstar Automotive Group business. As our Tecstar Automotive Group business becomes more dependent on vehicle conversion programs with OEMs, we will become increasingly dependent on OEM production and the associated labor forces at OEM and critical OEM supplier sites. Labor unions represent most of the labor forces at OEM facilities and critical OEM suppliers. Labor disputes could occur at OEM or critical supplier facilities, which could adversely impact our direct OEM product sales. Additionally, we may be subject to work slowdowns or stoppages from time to time. We may be subject to warranty claims, and our provision for warranty costs may not be sufficient. We may be subject to increased warranty claims due to longer warranty periods. In response to consumer demand, vehicle manufacturers have been providing, and may continue to provide, increasingly longer warranty periods for their products. As a consequence, these manufacturers require their suppliers, such as us, to provide correspondingly longer product warranties. As a result, we could incur substantially greater warranty claims in the future. Our business may be subject to product liability claims or product recalls, which could be expensive and could result in a diversion of management’s attention. The automotive industry experiences significant product liability claims. As a supplier of products and systems to automotive OEMs, we face an inherent business risk of exposure to product liability claims in the event that our products, or the equipment into which our products are incorporated, malfunction and result in personal injury or death. We may be named in product liability claims even if there is no evidence that our systems or components caused the accidents. Product liability claims could result in significant losses as a result of expenses incurred in defending claims or the award of damages. The sale of systems and components for the transportation industry entails a high risk of these claims. In addition, we may be required to participate in recalls involving these systems if any of our systems prove to be defective, or we may voluntarily initiate a recall or make payments related to such claims as a result of various industry or business practices or the need to maintain good customer relationships. Our other products may also be subject to product liability claims or recalls. We 31 cannot assure you that our product liability insurance will be sufficient to cover all product liability claims, that such claims will not exceed our insurance coverage limits or that such insurance will continue to be available on commercially reasonable terms, if at all. Any product liability claim brought against us could have a material adverse effect on our reputation and business. Our insurance may not be sufficient. We carry insurance that we consider adequate in regard to the nature of the covered risks and the costs of coverage. We are not fully insured against all possible risks, nor are all such risks insurable. Our business may become subject to future product certification regulations, which may impair our ability to market our products. We must obtain product certification from governmental agencies, such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board, to sell certain of our products in the United States and internationally. A significant portion of our future sales will depend upon sales of fuel management products that are certified to meet existing and future air quality and energy standards. We cannot assure you that our products will continue to meet these standards. The failure to comply with these certification requirements could result in the recall of our products or in civil or criminal penalties. We anticipate that regulatory bodies will establish certification procedures and impose regulations on fuel cell enabling technologies, which may impair our ability to distribute, install and service these systems. Any new government regulation that affects our advanced fuel technologies, whether at the foreign, federal, state or local level, including any regulations relating to installation and servicing of these systems, may increase our costs and the price of our systems. As a result, these regulations may have a negative impact on our business, results of operations and financial condition. Failure to comply with applicable environmental and other laws and regulations could adversely affect our business and harm our results of operations. We use hazardous materials in our research and development and manufacturing processes, and as a result are subject to federal, state, local and foreign regulations governing the use, storage, handling and disposal of these materials and hazardous waste products that we generate. Although we believe that our procedures for using, handling, storing and disposing of hazardous materials comply with legally prescribed standards, we cannot completely eliminate the risk of contamination or injury resulting from hazardous materials and we may incur liability as a result of any such contamination or injury. In the event of an accident, including a discharge of hazardous materials into the environment, we could be held liable for damages or penalized with fines, and the liability could exceed our insurance and other resources. We have also incurred and may continue to incur expenses related to compliance with environmental laws. Such future expenses or liability could have a significant negative impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations. Further, we cannot assure you that the cost of complying with these laws and regulations will not materially increase in the future. We are also subject to various other federal, state, local and foreign laws and regulations. Failure to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including new or revised safety or environmental standards, could give rise to significant liability and require us to incur substantial expenses and could materially harm our results of operations. New technologies could render our existing products obsolete. New developments in technology may negatively affect the development or sale of some or all of our products or make our products obsolete. A range of other technologies could compete with fuel cell, hydrogen, or alternative fuel technologies on which our automotive OEM business is currently focused, including electric vehicles, and methanol-based fuel cell vehicles that require fuel reformation. Our success depends upon our 32 ability to design, develop and market new or modified fuel cell and hydrogen products and systems, as well as fuel storage, fuel delivery and electronic control products for fuel cells and internal combustion engines. Our inability to enhance existing products in a timely manner or to develop and introduce new products that incorporate new technologies, conform to increasingly stringent emission standards and performance requirements and achieve market acceptance in a timely manner could negatively impact our competitive position. New product development or modification is costly, involves significant research, development, time and expense and may not necessarily result in the successful commercialization of any new products. Changes in environmental policies could hurt the market for our products. The market for fuel cell and alternative fuel vehicles and equipment and the demand for our products are driven, to a significant degree, by local, state and federal regulations that relate to air quality, greenhouse gases and pollutants, and that require the purchase of motor vehicles and equipment operating on alternative fuels or fuel cells. Similarly, foreign governmental regulations also affect our international business. These laws and regulations may change, which could result in transportation or equipment manufacturers abandoning or delaying their interest in alternative fuel and fuel cell powered vehicles or equipment. In addition, a failure by authorities to enforce current domestic and foreign laws or to adopt additional environmental laws could limit the demand for our products. Although many governments have identified as a significant priority the development of alternative energy sources, and fuel cells in particular, we cannot assure you that governments will not change their priorities or that any change they make would not materially affect our revenue or the development of our products. The development of uniform codes and standards for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and related hydrogen refueling infrastructure may not develop in a timely fashion. Uniform codes and standards do not currently exist for fuel cell systems, fuel cell components or the use of hydrogen as a vehicle fuel. Establishment of appropriate codes and standards is a critical element to allow fuel cell system developers, fuel cell component developers and hydrogen storage and handling companies to develop products that will be accepted in the marketplace. All fuels, including hydrogen, pose significant safety hazards, and hydrogen vehicles have not yet been widely used under “real-world” driving conditions. Ensuring that hydrogen fuel is safe to use by the car-driving public requires that appropriate codes and standards be established that will address certain characteristics of hydrogen and the safe handling of hydrogen fuels. The development of fuel cell and hydrogen fuel applicable standards is being undertaken by numerous organizations, including the American National Standards Institute, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the European Integrated Hydrogen Project, the International Code Council, the International Standards Organization, the National Fire Protection Association, the National Hydrogen Association, the Society of Automotive Engineers, the Canadian Standards Association, the American National Standards Institute and the International Electrotechnical Commission. Given the number of organizations pursuing hydrogen and fuel cell codes and standards, it is not clear whether universally accepted codes and standards will result and, if so, when. Although many organizations have identified as a significant priority the development of codes and standards, we cannot assure you that any resulting codes and standards would not materially affect our revenue or the commercialization of our products. 33 Future sales of substantial amounts of our common stock could affect its market price. Future sales of substantial amounts of our common stock into the public market, including shares issued upon exercise of options and warrants, could adversely affect the prevailing market price of our common stock. In connection with our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group, we: • • • issued approximately 4.4 million shares of our common stock in a private placement on June 29, 2006; issued approximately 21.0 million shares of our common stock to holders of shares of Tecstar Automotive Group’s common stock outstanding at the effective time of the merger; and agreed to issue approximately 2.6 million shares of our common stock upon conversion of Tecstar Automotive Group’s 8.5% Convertible Subordinated Notes due 2009. We filed a registration statement on Form S-3 (or other available registration form) to permit the resale by certain former shareholders of Tecstar Automotive Group of the shares of our common stock that they received in the merger. To the extent that holders of a significant number of shares of our common stock choose to liquidate their investments in us, sales of such shares could have a negative impact upon the price of our common stock, particularly in the short-term. In addition, we issued approximately 4.4 million shares of our common stock in a private placement that closed on June 29, 2006; and issued 1,815,000 shares of our common stock in connection with our acquisition of Regency Conversions, Inc. Our future operating results may fluctuate, which could result in a lower price for our common stock. The market price of our common stock may decline below currently prevailing levels. The market price of our common stock may be adversely affected by numerous factors, including: • • • actual or anticipated fluctuations in our operating results; changes in financial estimates by securities analysts; and general market conditions and other factors. Our future operating results may fluctuate significantly depending upon a number of factors, including general industry conditions. If we fail to maintain adequate internal controls we may not be able to produce reliable financial reports in a timely manner or prevent financial fraud. We are required to document and test our internal control procedures in order to satisfy the requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, which requires annual management assessments of the effectiveness of our internal controls over financial reporting and a report by our independent auditors addressing these assessments. As a result of our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group, our internal controls include the internal controls of both Tecstar Automotive Group and Quantum. Our internal controls will also include those of any company or business that we acquire in the future. Acquired companies or businesses are likely to have different standards, controls, contracts, procedures and policies, making it more difficult to implement and harmonize company-wide financial, accounting, information and other systems. During the course of our testing we may identify deficiencies which we may not be able to remediate in time to meet the deadlines imposed by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. If we fail to maintain the adequacy of our internal controls, as such standards are modified, supplemented or amended from time to time, we may not be able to ensure that we can conclude on an ongoing basis that we have effective internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Moreover, effective internal controls are necessary for us to produce reliable financial reports and are important in helping prevent financial fraud. If we cannot provide reliable financial reports on a timely basis or prevent financial fraud, our business and operating results could be harmed, investors could lose confidence in our reported financial information, and the trading price of our stock could be negatively affected. 34 We may be unable to remedy our material weakness on internal control over financial reporting in a timely manner. As reported in our Annual Report of Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2006, we have identified a material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting related to the lack of internal resources necessary to apply the numerous complex accounting standards to non-routine transactions in a timely manner. As a result, McGladrey & Pullen, LLP’s opinion set forth in its Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting as of April 30, 2006 was that we have not maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of April 30, 2006. Although the Company is implementing remedial controls to address this matter, if we fail to remedy the material weakness in a timely manner, it could cause us to improperly record our financial and operating results and could result in us failing to meet our financial reporting responsibilities in future reporting periods. The market price and trading volume of our common stock may be volatile. Prior to July 2002, there was no trading market for our common stock. Since our common stock began trading in July 2002, its market price and trading volume have been volatile. The market price of our common stock could continue to fluctuate significantly for many reasons, including in response to the risk factors described in this annual report or for reasons unrelated to our specific performance. In recent years, the stock market has experienced extreme price and volume fluctuations. This volatility has affected the market prices of securities issued by many companies for reasons unrelated to their operating performance and may adversely affect the market price and trading volume of our common stock. Prices for our common stock may also be influenced by the depth and liquidity of the market for our common stock, investor perceptions about us and our business, our future financial results, the absence of cash dividends on our common stock and general economic and market conditions. In the past, securities class action litigation has often been instituted against companies following periods of volatility in their stock price. This type of litigation could result in substantial costs and could divert our management and other resources. Past acquisitions and any future acquisitions or transactions may not be successful. The Company has consummated and may continue to consummate acquisitions in order to provide increased capabilities to its existing products, supply new products and services or enhance its distribution channels. We expect to continue to make strategic acquisitions of, and investments in, other businesses that offer complementary products, services and technologies, augment our market segment coverage, geographic locations, or enhance our technological capabilities. We may also enter into strategic alliances or joint ventures to achieve these goals. If we fail to integrate acquired businesses successfully into our existing businesses, or incur unforeseen expenses in consummating future acquisitions, we could incur unanticipated expenses and losses. We cannot assure you that we will be able to identify suitable acquisition, investment, alliance, or joint venture opportunities or that we will be able to consummate any such transactions or relationships on terms and conditions acceptable to us, or that such transactions or relationships will be successful. Any transactions or relationships will be accompanied by the risks commonly encountered with those matters. Risks that could have a material adverse affect on our business, results of operations or financial condition include, among other things: • • • • • the difficulty of assimilating the operations and personnel of acquired businesses; the potential disruption of our ongoing business; the distraction of management from our business; the unexpected loss of customers of the acquired business; the potential inability of management to maximize our financial and strategic position as a result of an acquisition; 35 • • • • • • the potential for costs and delays in implementing, and the potential difficulty in maintaining uniform standards, controls, procedures and policies, including the integration of different information systems; the impairment of relationships with employees and customers as a result of any integration of new management personnel; the risk of entering market segments in which we have no or limited direct prior experience and where competitors in such market segments have stronger market segment positions; the risk that there could be deficiencies in the internal control of any acquired company or investments that could result in a material weakness in our overall internal controls taken as a whole; the potential loss of key employees of an acquired company; and the potential dilution of earnings through acquisitions and options granted to employees of acquired companies or businesses Future acquisitions could result in our incurrence of additional debt and contingent liabilities, including environmental, tax or other liabilities. These liabilities could have a material adverse effect on our business, our ability to generate cash and ability to make required payments on our debt. Our recent acquisitions and any future acquisitions could harm our operating results and share price. Any acquisitions could materially harm our operating results as a result of issuances of dilutive equity securities or payment of cash. In addition, the purchase price of any acquired businesses may exceed the current fair values of the net tangible assets of the acquired businesses. As a result, we would be required to record material amounts of goodwill, and other intangible assets, which could result in significant impairment and amortization expense in future periods. These charges, in addition to the results of operations of such acquired businesses, could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, cash flows and results of operations. We cannot forecast the number, timing or size of future acquisitions, or the effect that any such acquisitions might have on our operating or financial results. The disposition of businesses that do not fit with our evolving strategy can be highly uncertain We will continue to evaluate the potential disposition of assets and businesses that may no longer help us meet our objectives. Our decision to sell Tarxien Automotive is a recent example of disposition decisions. When we decide to sell assets or a business, we may encounter difficulty in finding buyers or alternative exit strategies on acceptable terms in a timely manner, which could delay the accomplishment of our strategic objectives, or we may dispose of a business at a price or on terms which are less than we had anticipated. In addition, there is a risk that we sell a business whose subsequent performance exceeds our expectations, in which case our decision would have potentially sacrificed enterprise value. Correspondingly, we may be too optimistic about a particular business’s prospects, in which case we may be unable to find a buyer at a price acceptable to us and therefore may have potentially sacrificed enterprise value. Provisions of Delaware law and of our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated bylaws may make a takeover or change in control more difficult. Provisions in our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated bylaws, and of Delaware corporate law, may make it difficult and expensive for a third party to pursue a tender offer, change in control or takeover attempt that our management and Board of Directors oppose. Public stockholders that might desire to participate in one of these transactions may not have an opportunity to do so. Our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated bylaws provide for the following: • • a staggered Board of Directors, which makes it difficult for stockholders to change the composition of the Board of Directors in any one year; the exclusive right of the Board of Directors to change the number of directors and fill vacancies on the Board of Directors, which could make it more difficult for a third party to obtain control of the Board of Directors; 36 • • • • authorizing the issuance of preferred stock which can be created and issued by the Board of Directors without prior stockholder approval, commonly referred to as “blank check” preferred stock, with rights senior to those of our common stock, which could make it more difficult or expensive for a third party to obtain voting control of us; advance notice requirements for director nominations or other proposals at stockholder meetings; prohibiting stockholder action by written consent, which could delay a third party from pursuing an acquisition; and requiring the affirmative vote of holders of at least two-thirds of our outstanding voting stock to amend certain provisions in our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated bylaws, and requiring the affirmative vote of 80% of our outstanding voting stock to amend certain other provisions of our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated bylaws, which could make it more difficult for a third party to remove the provisions we have included to prevent or delay a change of control. These anti-takeover provisions could substantially impede the ability of public stockholders to benefit from a change in control or to change our management and the Board of Directors. Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments. Not Applicable. Item 2. Properties. Our corporate headquarters are located in Irvine, California. Our facility in Irvine is primarily dedicated to the research and development and production of systems and technologies that enable the use of gaseous fuels in internal combustion engines and fuel cells. We conduct research and development of advanced fuel storage, systems for light- and medium-duty OEM alternative fuel vehicles and for fuel cell, hybrid and hydrogen refueling infrastructure applications at the Irvine facility. The facility in Irvine is leased from Cartwright, LLC (Cartwright”). Cartwright is owned by the our chief executive officer, chief operating officer, chairman of the board and a party unrelated to us. We conduct fuel cell, hydrogen and alternative fuel vehicle development and integration at our Advanced Vehicle Concept Center facility located in Lake Forest, California. This facility is focused on hydrogen systems integration, validation and certification for concept, prototype and production vehicles. The center additionally conducts research and development of advanced fuel delivery and electronic control systems for light- and medium-duty OEM alternative fuel vehicles and for fuel cell applications, including transportation. In one of our two Troy, Michigan facilities, we assist our OEM customers in the Detroit area (including U.S. Army – National Automotive Center), acting as a liaison between us and our customers, performing the following primary functions: vehicle commercialization and specialty vehicle assembly management. We conduct our OEM second stage manufacturing at our facilities located in Haslet, Texas; St. Louis, Missouri and Fort Wayne, Indiana in the United States; and in Whitby, Ontario, Canada. All facilities are located near General Motors assembly plants. We have an engineering center and parts distribution operations near Detroit, Michigan. Tooling and plastics manufacturing are conducted at our facility in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Our limousine manufacturing facility is located in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The Regency conversion facility is located in Fort Worth, Texas. We also operate an administrative, engineering, and concept vehicle development in our second of two facilities in Troy, Michigan and have a powertrain facility in Madison Heights, Michigan. Tecstar Automotive Group’s administrative offices are located in Madison Heights, Michigan and Goshen, Indiana. 37 We currently utilize manufacturing, research and development and general office facilities in the locations set forth below: Location Approximate Square Footage Owned or Leased Lease Expiration Date Principal Uses Irvine, California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88,000 Leased 8/17/09 Corporate offices, manufacturing, Haslet, Texas (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fort Worth, Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192,000 173,300 Leased Leased 7/31/12 Manufacturing and assembly 12/31/07 Administrative offices, manufacturing, research and development, and testing Whitby, Ontario, Canada . . . . . . . East Brunswick, New Jersey . . . . . Lake Forest, California . . . . . . . . . Fort Wayne, Indiana . . . . . . . . . . . Madison Heights, Michigan . . . . . Troy, Michigan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Livonia, Michigan . . . . . . . . . . . . . Livonia, Michigan . . . . . . . . . . . . . Madison Heights, Michigan . . . . . Shreveport, Louisiana . . . . . . . . . . Rochester Hills, Michigan . . . . . . Moscow Mills, Missouri . . . . . . . . Walled Lake, Michigan . . . . . . . . . 79,000 79,000 65,000 56,000 47,000 45,000 40,000 44,000 40,000 38,000 24,000 22,000 20,000 Leased Leased Leased Leased Leased Owned and assembly 11/30/12 Manufacturing and assembly 2/28/13 Manufacturing and assembly 5/31/08 Design, development, and testing 1/31/10 Manufacturing and assembly 6/30/10 N/A Engine assembly and modification Engineering, administration, and concept vehicles Leased Leased Leased 10/31/06 Parts warehouse and offices 6/30/07 Parts warehouse and offices 5/31/07 Offices, engineering, and production Leased Leased Leased Leased development 12/31/08 Manufacturing and assembly 5/10/09 7/7/06 Manufacturing and assembly 8/31/06 Engineering and speciality car Tooling and RIM plastics manufacturing Goshen, Indiana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rochester Hills, Michigan . . . . . . 5,000 2,500 Leased Leased 2/14/11 Administrative offices 7/31/08 Parts warehouse manufacturing (1) The Haslet, Texas lease has a term expiring in July 2012, but with an option to cancel by the Company in July 2007. We believe our facilities are presently adequate for our current core product manufacturing operations and OEM development programs and production. We anticipate that we will require additional space as we expand our operations in the fuel cell and alternative fuel industries. We believe that we will be able to obtain suitable space as needed on commercially reasonable terms. Item 3. Legal Proceedings. We are not currently a party to any material legal proceeding. From time to time, we receive claims of and become subject to product liability, employment, intellectual property and other commercial litigation related to the conduct of our business. Such litigation, regardless of its merit or outcome, could be costly and time consuming and could divert our management and other key personnel from our business operations. The uncertainty of litigation increases the risks associated with it. In connection with such litigation, we may be subject to significant damages or equitable remedies relating to the operation of our business. Any such litigation may materially harm our business, results of operations and financial condition. Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders. No matters were submitted to a vote of security holders during the fourth quarter of fiscal year ended April 30, 2006. 38 PART II Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities. Our common stock has been traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol “QTWW” since July 23, 2002. Our Series B common stock is not publicly traded. The table below sets forth, for the periods indicated, the high and low daily sales prices for our common stock as reported on the Nasdaq National Market: Fiscal Year Ended April 30, 2005 Quarter ended July 31, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quarter ended October 31, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quarter ended January 31, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quarter ended April 30, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fiscal Year Ended April 30, 2006 Quarter ended July 31, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quarter ended October 31, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quarter ended January 31, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quarter ended April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High Low $6.72 8.04 7.80 6.15 4.62 3.34 5.03 4.42 $4.52 4.61 5.00 3.44 4.45 2.94 4.43 4.26 On July 7, 2006, the last reported sale price for our common stock as reported by the Nasdaq National Market was $3.12 per share. On July 7, 2006, there were approximately 565 holders of record of our common stock and one holder of record of our Series B common stock. Dividend Policy We have not paid any dividends in the past, and we do not anticipate paying any dividends on our common stock in the foreseeable future because we expect to retain our future earnings for use in the operation and expansion of our business. Our payment and amount of dividends, however, will be subject to the discretion of our board of directors and will depend, among other things, upon our results of operations, financial condition, cash requirements, future prospects, and other factors that may be considered relevant by our board of directors. We did not repurchase any securities during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006. Item 12 of Part III of this Annual Report on Form 10-K contains information concerning securities authorized for issuance under equity compensation plans. 39 Item 6. Selected Financial Data. The following table summarizes certain historical financial information at the dates and for the periods indicated prepared in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The Consolidated Statement of Operations data for the years ended April 30, 2004, 2005 and 2006 and the Consolidated Balance Sheet data as of April 30, 2005 and 2006 have been derived from our audited consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report. The Consolidated Statement of Operations data for the year ended April 30, 2002 and 2003 and the Balance Sheet data as of April 30, 2002, 2003 and 2004 have been derived from audited financial statements not included in this annual report. Certain reclassifications have been made to amounts for fiscal years 2002 through 2005 to conform to the fiscal 2006 presentation. The selected consolidated financial data should be read in conjunction with “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto, which are included elsewhere in this annual report. Year Ended April 30, 2002 2003 2004 2005(2) 2006(3) (in thousands, except per share amounts) Statement of Operations Data: Revenue: Net product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contract revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 15,517 7,886 23,403 $ 15,833 7,806 23,639 $ 18,624 9,495 28,119 $ 40,748 13,552 54,300 $172,863 19,820 192,683 Cost and expenses: Cost of product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Research and development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selling, general and administrative . . . . . . . . . . . . Amortization of intangibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interest income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interest expense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minority interest in earnings of subsidiaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other income (expense), net Income tax benefit (provision) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basic and diluted loss per share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weighted average number of shares outstanding— basic and diluted (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Balance Sheet Data: Cash and cash equivalents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marketable securities held-to-maturity . . . . . . . . . . . . . Working capital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Long-term obligations, less current portion . . . . . . . . . Total equity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,865 13,997 8,930 1,660 (9,333) 456 (45) — 25,581 33,474 7,246 — (42,898) 9 (488) — — 163,447 25,860 33,896 4,082 (34,602) 1,056 (3,034) 406 (14) 655 $(43,378) $(18,197) $ (8,934) $ (13,099) $ (35,533) 18,471 13,902 8,442 1,160 (18,336) 120 (114) — 134 (1) 36,189 17,176 12,617 2,128 (13,810) 951 (310) — 27 (39) 80 (10) (1) $ (3.07) $ (1.00) $ (0.33) $ (0.37) $ (0.67) 14,142 18,153 27,257 35,048 53,284 April 30 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 (in thousands) $ 177 — (3,375) 28,159 127 10,271 $ 11,539 — 15,500 51,274 — 42,950 $ 15,729 52,828 57,689 103,447 — 97,451 $ 11,737 36,103 58,369 283,752 19,656 219,208 $ 9,013 15,000 26,435 282,309 33,093 191,593 (2) (1) See Note 14 of the notes to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report for an explanation of the method used to determine the number of shares used to compute the net loss per share. Includes the operations of Tecstar Automotive Group (formerly Starcraft) since the acquisition date of March 3, 2005. Includes the operations of Empire Coach and Regency Conversions since the acquisition dates of September 15, 2005 and February 8, 2006, respectively. (3) 40 Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. You should read the following Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations together with the consolidated financial statements and related notes included elsewhere in this annual report. This discussion contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including those described under “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this annual report. Overview We provide powertrain engineering, system integration, manufacturing and assembly of packaged fuel systems and battery control systems and accessories for specialty vehicles and applications including fuel cells, hybrids, alternative fuels, hydrogen refueling, new body styles, mid-cycle vehicle product enhancements and high performance engines and drive trains for Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) and OEM dealer networks. We are uniquely positioned to integrate advanced fuel system and electric drive and battery system technologies for fuel cell and hybrid vehicles based on our years of experience in vehicle-level design, vehicle electronics and system integration. We also design, engineer and manufacture hybrid and fuel cell vehicles. As a result of our acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group, our combined business now includes automotive supply operations, primarily consisting of second stage manufacturing of specialty equipment for General Motors’ pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUVs), engineering and design capabilities for concept vehicles, and distribution of automotive accessories through OEM dealer networks. We classify our business operations into three reporting segments: Quantum Fuel Systems, Tecstar Automotive Group, and Corporate. The reportable segments other than Corporate represent strategic businesses that are managed separately and offer products and services that can be differentiated. Corporate consists of general and administrative expense incurred at the corporate level that is not directly attributable to any of the other operating segments. The Quantum Fuel Systems business operations primarily consist of design, manufacture and supply of packaged fuel and battery systems for use in fuel cell, hybrid, hydrogen and alternative fuel vehicles. This segment generates product revenues through the sale of hydrogen fuel storage, fuel delivery, and electronic control systems to OEMs, and the installation of its fuel cell products into OEM vehicles. Product revenues are also generated through the sale of compressed natural gas (CNG), propane (LPG), and hydrogen fuel storage, fuel delivery, and electronic control systems for internal combustion engine applications. In addition to product sales, the Quantum Fuel Systems segment generates contract revenue by providing engineering design and support to the OEMs so that its fuel storage, fuel delivery, and electronic control systems integrate and operate with their fuel cell and alternative fuel applications. Prior to the acquisition of the Tecstar Automotive Group (formally Starcraft), the Quantum Fuel Systems business was reported in three separate segments which were aligned consistent with how previous operating performance was tracked. The prior year amounts reported have been restated to reflect the new presentation. The Tecstar Automotive Group segment is comprised of virtually all of the business activities acquired via the merger with Tecstar Automotive Group, and subsequent specialty vehicle business acquisitions. The Tecstar Automotive Group primarily consists of second stage manufacturing of specialty equipment for General Motors’ pick-up trucks and SUVs, engineering and design capabilities for concept vehicles, and distribution of conversion vehicles and automotive accessories through OEM dealer networks. This segment engineers and validates appearance items and performance packages to OEM standards and completed systems carry the full OEM warranty and are distributed directly by the OEM to automotive dealerships. The acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group expands Quantum’s OEM ‘one-stop-shop’ capability with expanded resources in terms of vehicle system design, powertrain engineering, systems integration, validation, 41 and second stage manufacturing and assembly for all future fuel cell, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicle programs. Our expanded OEM capabilities facilitates our participation in early stage development, production and second stage assembly of fuel systems and performance packages for fuel cell, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. Through the integration of the two companies, we are starting to use Tecstar Automotive Group’s second stage assembly capabilities in several of Quantum Fuel System’s programs involving assembly and production. The Tecstar Automotive Group product portfolio coupled with its service and assembly capabilities positions Quantum as a specialty vehicle designer, integrator and assembler for low-volume programs with the military and public and private fleet operators. We have existing programs with the military and other government agencies wherein we are providing specialty and hydrogen-hybrid vehicles using our expanded resources to design, integrate and assemble the vehicles and fuel systems in a more cost-effective, efficient and timely manner. The merger has allowed us to strengthen our customer relationships as well as to build new OEM relationships within the combined business as a result of a heightened profile as a leader in the specialty vehicle design and assembly industry coupled with our technology in the hydrogen vehicle industry. The chief operating decision maker allocates resources and tracks performance by the three reporting segments, and evaluates performance based on profit or loss from operations before interest and income taxes. Quantum Fuel Systems Segment Our Quantum Fuel Systems segment supplies our advanced gaseous fuel systems for alternative fuel vehicles to OEM customers for use by consumers and for commercial and government fleets. Since 1997, we have sold approximately 19,000 fuel systems for alternative fuel vehicles, primarily to General Motors, which in turn have sold substantially all of these vehicles to its customers. We also provide our gaseous fuel systems and hydrogen products for fuel cell applications to major OEMs through funded research and development contracts and on a prototype and production intent basis. These fuel cell and hydrogen products are not currently manufactured in high volumes and will require additional product development; however, we believe that a commercial market will begin to develop for these products over the next five to seven years. We believe that these systems will reach production volumes only if OEMs produce fuel cell applications and hydrogen products using our systems on a commercial basis. A number of automotive and industrial manufacturers are developing alternative clean power systems using fuel cells, hybrid systems or clean burning gaseous fuels in order to decrease fuel costs, lessen dependence on crude oil and reduce harmful emissions. Our products for these markets consist primarily of fuel storage, fuel delivery, electronic vehicle control systems and battery control systems, as well as system integration of our products into fuel cell, hybrid, and alternative fuel vehicles, and hydrogen refueling products, which includes the complete design of fuel cell and hybrid vehicles to demonstrate our advanced fuel systems expertise. In January 2006, we delivered 30 hydrogen hybrid Priuses to participating fleets located in Southern California. The objective of this effort, funded by the South Coast Air Quality Management District, is to stimulate the early demand for hydrogen, expedite the development of infrastructure, and provide a bridge to fuel cell vehicles. We believe this program will help expedite the expansion of a hydrogen infrastructure and bridge the technology gap between conventional gasoline vehicles and fuel cell vehicles, as this technology of the future is being commercialized. In May 2006, we received a purchase order for 15 hydrogen-fueled Toyota Prius hybrid vehicles from Miljobil Grenland AS, a participant and vehicle provider to the Norwegian Hydrogen Highway (HyNor). These hydrogen hybrid vehicles will be put in service in Norway in 2006 and 2007 as part of the HyNor program. HyNor is a unique Norwegian joint public/private partnership initiative to demonstrate real life implementation 42 of hydrogen energy infrastructure along a route of 580 kilometers (360 miles) from Oslo to Stavanger during the years 2005 to 2008. The project comprises all steps required to develop a hydrogen infrastructure and includes various hydrogen production technologies and uses of hydrogen, in all cases with an adaptation to local conditions. The overall objectives of the HyNor project are to demonstrate the commercial viability of hydrogen energy production, hydrogen’s use in the transportation sector, and the development of a hydrogen infrastructure. Our Quantum Fuel Systems segment has grown its programs with the U.S. military to develop advanced fuel cell and hybrid electric vehicle technologies. Quantum’s Alternative Mobility Vehicle (“AMV”) and Mobile Hydrogen Infrastructure programs received a total of $7.0 million in funding under the fiscal year 2006 Appropriations Bill for the Department of Defense. With this funding, pre-production prototypes of diesel hybrid AMVs will be developed and built for testing and evaluation by selected commands to assess mission suitability, supportability, performance objectives, and guidance on final vehicle configuration. Also, in February 2006, the U.S. Army selected Quantum to develop the Hydrogen Escape Hybrid concept, which will continue our expansion into the hybrid vehicle market. Our Quantum Fuel Systems segment revenues and cash flows are dependent on the advancement of OEM fuel cell technologies and our OEM customers’ internal plans, spending levels and timing for pre-production development programs and commercial production. This segment depends on the industry-wide growth of the fuel cell and alternative fuel markets, which in turn is dependent on regulations, laws, hydrogen availability and refueling, technology advancements, and consumer adoption of alternative fuel and fuel cell technologies on a commercial scale. Our fuel storage systems must be able to withstand rigorous testing as individual components and as part of the fuel system on the vehicle. The fuel system as a whole, including the tank, regulator and fuel lines, need to comply with OEM vehicle requirements and applicable safety standards. Our systems are generally designed, validated and certified for short-term life, approximately three years, and are produced in accordance with requirements specified by our OEM customers. We currently have programs with OEMs to design, validate and certify systems for longer durability and for vehicles designed for commercialization. Our hydrogen storage and delivery systems may encounter technology and design challenges, durability constraints and issues with technology application into the vehicles. In early September 2005, Toyota Motor Company announced a grounding of 14 fuel cell prototype vehicles containing our hydrogen fuel storage systems due to the discovery of a hydrogen leak in the system in one prototype vehicle. We worked with Toyota to evaluate these systems and have determined that the subject system had leaked hydrogen as a result of a combination of certain manufacturing process conditions coupled with isolated operating conditions. Overall, the design and validation of these prototype systems met the OEM and certification requirements, but the systems for these 14 prototype vehicles were approaching their three-year service life and were scheduled for replacement in the near future. A significant portion of our Quantum Fuel Systems business is generally related to fuel cell, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicle development programs and product sales, which vary directly with the program timing and production schedules of our OEM customers. The market for these vehicles is sensitive to general economic conditions, government agency and commercial fleet spending and consumer preferences. The rate at which our customers sell fuel cell or alternative fuel vehicles depends on their marketing strategy, as well as company specific inventory and incentive programs. Any significant reduction or increase in production of these vehicles by our OEM customers may have a material effect on our business. Our CNG program with General Motors extends through July 2006. We anticipate that future programs for CNG applications will be under a dual-invoice program. A dual-invoice structure would allow us to assemble the CNG fuel system and directly sell our systems in conjunction with the General Motors vehicle to General Motors’ customers under a QVM-Quality Vehicle Manufacturing arrangement without utilizing its marketing network. Our industry is also dependent upon a limited number of third party suppliers of materials and components for our products. Any quality problems or supply shortages with respect to these components could negatively impact our business. In the past year, we have experienced pressure on the availability of high-strength fiber 43 from our primary supplier, and we are looking for alternative suppliers to fulfill our needs in the event of any potential shortages. Any issues with respect to the availability of raw materials such as high-strength fiber could negatively impact our ability to develop and manufacture fuel storage systems for our customers. On March 24, 2006 , we obtained a 35.5% stake in Vancouver, British Columbia-based Advanced Lithium Power Inc. (ALP), a newly formed company whose primary asset is intellectual property. ALP is developing state-of-the-art lithium ion battery and control systems that control state-of-charge and provide for thermal management, resulting in high-performance energy storage. ALP’s technology has significant opportunities and applications in hybrid electric vehicles, fuel cell vehicles, uninterruptible power supplies, and energy storage for renewable energy, such as solar photovoltaic applications. Tecstar Automotive Group Segment Our Tecstar Automotive Group segment engineers and integrates specialty equipment products into motor vehicle applications, primarily General Motors’ pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles. Our accessory packages are typically for new OEM body styles, mid-cycle enhancements, specialty products, and high-performance engines and drivetrains. We also have engineering and design capabilities focused on powertrain projects and complete vehicle concepts, such as high-performance and racing engines for cars, boats and motorcycles, and complete race cars. We engineer and validate certain appearance items to OEM standards, primarily for General Motors’ pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles. We receive vehicle chassis from the OEM and add these parts through a process called “second-stage manufacturing.” The chassis are provided by the OEM on a drop-ship basis and are not included as part of our product sales. After completing the final appearance assembly work, the vehicles are placed back into the normal OEM distribution stream. The vehicles carry the full OEM warranty and are marketed directly by the OEM through its dealerships. We engineer and design concept vehicles and distribute automotive parts, OEM-quality automotive accessories, and specialty conversion vehicles through a dealer network. The sales of specialty equipment and second stage manufacturing services are directly impacted by the size of the automotive industry and the relative market share of the major OEMs. Second stage assembly programs typically range from two to five years over the life of the OEM chassis and are fulfilled under short-term purchase orders, as is standard in the industry. We provide a limited product warranty to the OEM, which is substantially the same as the OEM warranty provided to the OEM’s retail customers. OEMs periodically reduce production or close plants for model changeovers that adversely affect operating results of industry participants. Sales may be adversely affected if OEMs perform such second stage manufacturing programs themselves and do not outsource the business. Approximately 87.4% of Tecstar Automotive Group’s sales for fiscal 2006 were made to General Motors. Most of our second stage assembly programs with General Motors expired in April 2006 for model year 2006. The 2007 model year vehicles produced by General Motors represent a model changeover and may not include our specialty equipment products until future model years. Certain other second stage assembly programs that are continuing into fiscal 2007 include a sport utility vehicle platform and a pick-up truck platform along with related accessory and service parts. We also have a full-size van platform that began production during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006. We are in discussions with General Motors on targeted second stage vehicle platforms, vehicles and accessory parts programs, and introductory timing. Any discontinuance of a specialty vehicle program or an extended transitional period in redesigning a performance package for these new model year vehicles by General Motors would likely have a material adverse effect on our business if not replaced with other OEM programs or revenues from aftermarket programs, dealer network programs, dual-invoice programs or other strategic initiatives. We are in discussions with other OEMs for OEM-level second stage assembly programs and have initiated several aftermarket and dealer network programs. To this end, we recently received a letter of intent from Nissan 44 North America, Inc. (“Nissan”) to produce a special edition of Nissan’s full-size Titan pick-up truck that is expected to provide diversification of a significant portion of our future second stage assembly product sales beyond General Motors beginning in late fiscal 2007. On February 8, 2006, we acquired all of the stock of Texas based Regency Conversions, Inc. (“Regency”) for $3.3 million in cash, plus 1,815,000 shares of Quantum’s common stock valued at approximately $7.8 million. Regency is one of the largest vehicle converters in North America and will supplement our second stage vehicle manufacturing and aftermarket parts business by offering additional distribution channels directly to automotive dealers, and significantly broaden our customer base beyond OEMs. In addition, it is anticipated that the Tecstar Automotive Group segment’s manufacturing and engineering expertise will allow Regency to improve its product offerings and enter new vehicle markets. The addition of Regency will enable us to assemble a specialty equipment package on a new vehicle and directly sell our system in conjunction with a vehicle sale from the OEM to high-volume customers or dealerships under a QVM-Quality Vehicle Manufacturing arrangement but without utilizing the OEM marketing network. On January 18, 2006, we obtained a 50.1% controlling interest in Unique Performance Concepts, LLC (“UPC”), a business venture formed with UPC’s minority interest partner Unique Performance, Inc. to manufacture limited edition high performance vehicles. The new venture began production of a Chip Foose- designed 2006 Ford Stallion Mustang in June 2006. In September 2005, we acquired a 51% interest in Empire Coach Enterprises, LLC (“Empire Coach”), a second stage limousine manufacturer, for $600,000 cash. Among other business opportunities, Empire Coach will pursue “qualified vehicle modifier” status with Ford Motor Company (“Ford QVM”) in order to modify Lincoln Town Cars to limousines. Empire Coach will also be able to offer alternative fuel limousines using Quantum’s advanced fuel system technologies for compressed natural gas, propane, and hydrogen applications. The Tecstar Automotive Group is also involved in other special programs such as designing and constructing second stage production and assembly operations for other companies involved in non-traditional consumer automotive markets. In August 2005, we were contracted by Force Protection Industries to assist in a second stage assembly program for special military vehicle assembly. In September 2005, we sold substantially all the assets of our production paint facility, Tarxien Automotive Products Ltd., to Concord Coatings, Inc. in exchange for a 20% equity interest in Concord Coatings, $250,000 in cash, and a promissory note with a principal amount of approximately $1.2 million. Tecstar Automotive Group, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Tarxien, acted as one of the guarantors for Concord Coating’s CAD$1,500,000 (US$1,215,000 advanced as of April 30, 2006) revolving credit facility with Comerica Bank. Concord Coatings, Inc. is a variable interest entity as defined by FIN 46R due to the fact Concord Coatings, Inc. requires additional subordinated financial support. The Company is the primary beneficiary of this entity based on the promissory note due to the Company and bank guarantees provided by the Company. The accounts of Concord Coatings, Inc. are consolidated by the Company as required by FIN 46R. During the first quarter of fiscal 2007, it was determined that Concord Coatings was insolvent and could not repay the promissory note owed to Tarxien nor the outstanding advances on the credit facility with Comerica Bank. In light of this, Tecstar Automotive Group agreed to purchase Concord Coating’s loan from Comerica Bank. Tecstar Automotive Group’s purchase of the loan will allow us to have a lead secured position over the remaining Concord assets in anticipation of the closure of the operations in the second quarter of fiscal 2007. Financial Operations Overview In managing our business, our management uses several non-financial factors to analyze our performance. For example, we assess the extent to which current programs are progressing in terms of timing and deliverables and the success to which our systems are interfacing with our customers’ fuel cell applications. We also assess 45 the degree to which we secure additional programs or new programs from our current or new OEM customers and the level of government funding we receive for hydrogen-based systems and storage solutions. We also evaluate the number of new second-stage manufacturing programs we obtain and the units shipped as part of current and new programs. For the fiscal years ended April 30, 2004, 2005 and 2006, consolidated revenue related to sales of our products to and contracts with General Motors and its affiliates represented 46%, 77% and 81.6%, respectively, of our total revenue for these periods. For the fiscal years ended April 30, 2004, 2005 and 2006, revenue related to sales of our products to and contracts with Toyota represented 44%, 11% and 0.9% of our total revenue for these periods, respectively. Approximately 82.8% of Tecstar Automotive Group’s sales for fiscal 2006 were made to General Motors. We recognize revenue for product sales when goods and systems are assembled on the vehicles and prepared and deliverable to our customers in accordance with our contract terms and collectibility is reasonably assured. Contract revenue is principally recognized based on the percentage of completion method. Revenues on certain other contracts are recognized on a time and materials basis as costs are incurred. We expense all research and development when incurred. Research and development expense includes both customer-funded research and development and company-sponsored research and development. Customer- funded research and development consists primarily of expenses associated with contract revenue. These expenses include application development costs we funded under customer contracts. We will continue to require significant research and development expenditures over the next several years in order to commercialize our products for fuel cell applications. General Motors Relationship Our strategic alliance with General Motors became effective upon our spin-off from IMPCO. We believe that our strategic alliance with General Motors will advance and commercialize, on a global basis, the integration of our gaseous storage and handling systems into fuel cell systems used in the transportation markets. Under the alliance, Quantum and General Motors will co-develop technologies that are designed to accelerate the commercialization of fuel cell applications. Additionally, General Motors will endorse Quantum as a recommended provider of hydrogen storage, hydrogen handling and associated electronic controls. This strategic alliance expands the relationship that has been in place between General Motors and Quantum (as IMPCO’s Automotive OEM Division) since 1993, through which we provide packaged natural gas and propane fuel systems for General Motors’ alternative fuel vehicle products. In connection with our strategic alliance, we issued stock to General Motors, representing 19.9% (since diluted to 8.2% as of April 30, 2006) of our total outstanding equity following our January 2003 public offering, for consideration of a nominal cash contribution and access to certain of General Motors’ proprietary information. Under the alliance, we have committed to spend $4.0 million annually for specific research and development projects directed by General Motors to speed the commercialization of our fuel cell related products. Since this commitment was waived or partially waived by General Motors for calendar years 2002, 2003 and 2004, the Company anticipates that this commitment will be waived or partially waived in the future. The Company and General Motors agreed upon a Directed Research and Development Statement of Work that covered the period from May 15, 2004 though May 14, 2005. The statement of work outlined specific tasks for the advancement of compressed fuel storage technologies enabling improved performance. Total spending under the statement of work approximated $1.8 million and was funded under the Quantum Fuel Systems segment. During fiscal 2006, we spent approximately $0.6 million for directed research and development activities at the direction of GM. We plan to use jointly created technologies in certain aspects of our business but will be required to share revenue with General Motors on fuel cell system-related products that are sold to General Motors or third parties. 46 Pursuant to the terms of our Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, upon the completion of our January 2003 public offering, all of the outstanding 3,513,439 shares of Series A common stock held by General Motors converted on a one-for-one basis into Quantum common stock. We also issued an additional 999,969 shares of our non-voting Series B common stock to General Motors pursuant to General Motors’ anti- dilution rights. As a result of the conversion of the Series A common stock, General Motors no longer has anti- dilution rights. We recorded the value of the shares issued to General Motors as an intangible asset at fair market value on the date of their respective issuance. We are amortizing this intangible asset over the ten-year term of the strategic alliance with General Motors, subject to periodic evaluation for impairment. Separation from IMPCO We were incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware on October 13, 2000, as a wholly-owned subsidiary of IMPCO. On July 23, 2002, IMPCO completed the distribution and spin-off of our company by distributing to IMPCO stockholders one share of Quantum common stock for every share of IMPCO common stock held on the record date. Prior to the distribution, we entered into several agreements with IMPCO with respect to, among other things, intellectual property and a number of ongoing commercial relationships. These agreements expire through July 23, 2007. Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates The discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based upon our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles and are included elsewhere in this report. The preparation of these consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses, and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. We evaluate our estimates, including those related to bad debts, inventories, goodwill and intangible assets, warranty and recall obligations, long-term service contracts, and contingencies and litigation, on an ongoing basis. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. Management considers an accounting estimate to be critical if: • • it requires assumptions to be made that were uncertain at the time the estimate was made; and changes in the estimate or different estimates that could have been selected could have a material impact on our results of operations or financial condition. Our management has discussed the development and selection of these critical accounting policies and estimates with the audit committee of our board of directors, and the audit committee has reviewed the disclosure presented below relating to them. We believe the critical accounting policies described below affect the more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements: • We generally manufacture products based on specific orders from customers. Revenue is recognized on product sales when the earnings process is complete and collectibility is reasonably assured. For product sales in connection with second stage manufacturing, consisting of assembly and integration of specialty equipment products into motor vehicle applications, revenue is recognized upon completion of the integration activities when the vehicles are ready to be delivered to our customers in accordance with contract terms. The Company includes the costs of shipping and handling, when incurred, in cost of goods sold. We recognize revenue and profit as work progresses on long-term, fixed price contracts for product application development using the percentage-of-completion method. Generally, we estimate 47 percentage complete by determining cost incurred to date as a percentage of total estimated cost at completion. For certain other contracts, percentage complete is determined by measuring progress towards contract deliverables if it is determined that this methodology more closely tracks the realization of the earnings process. For contracts measured under the estimated cost approach, we believe we can generally make dependable estimates of the revenue and costs applicable to various stages of a contract. Recognized revenue and profit are subject to revisions as the contract progresses to completion. Our estimates of contract costs are based on expectations of engineering development time and materials and other support costs. These estimates can change based on unforeseen technology and integration issues, but known risk factors and contract challenges are generally allowed for in the initial scope and cost estimate of the program. Except as discussed below, our historical final contract costs have approximated the initial estimates and any unforeseen changes in the estimates have not resulted in a material impact to financial results. Revisions in profit estimates are charged to income in the period in which the facts that give rise to the revision become known. • We conduct a major portion of our business with a limited number of customers. For the past fiscal year and for the foreseeable future, General Motors has represented, and is expected to continue to represent, a significant portion of our sales and outstanding accounts receivable. Credit is extended based upon an evaluation of each customer’s financial condition, with terms consistent with those present throughout the industry. Typically, we do not require collateral from customers. We have recorded an allowance for uncollectible accounts receivable based on past experience and certain circumstances surrounding the composition of total accounts receivable. To the extent we increase this allowance in a period, we must include an expense in the statement of operations. If commercial conditions differ from management’s estimates, an additional write-off may be required. • We provide for the estimated cost of product warranties at the time revenue is recognized based on past experience. Our Tecstar Automotive Group segment provides product warranties to OEMs under terms similar to those offered by the OEMs to their customers, which are generally three years. While we engage in product quality programs and processes, including actively monitoring and evaluating the quality of our component suppliers, our warranty obligation is affected by product failure rates, material usage and service delivery costs incurred in correcting a product failure. Should actual product failure rates, material usage or service delivery costs differ from our estimates, revisions to the estimated warranty liability would be required. • We write down our inventory for estimated obsolescence or unmarketable inventory equal to the difference between the cost of inventory and the estimated market value based upon assumptions about future demand and market conditions. As part of our estimate, we rely upon future planned design configurations and projected alternative usage of certain components estimated by engineering. We also consider estimated demand for service and warranty parts based on historical information. If actual usage rates or market conditions are less favorable than those projected by management, additional inventory write-downs may be required. • We recorded our acquisitions of Tecstar Automotive Group, Empire Coach and Regency Conversions in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 141, “Business Combinations.” In determining the fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in connection with our acquisitions, we consider the evaluations of independent valuation consultants and other estimates. • We periodically evaluate for impairment our long-lived assets, particularly our goodwill and intangible assets relating to the acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group and the intangible asset relating to the strategic alliance with General Motors. Our identifiable finite-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives. Goodwill is not amortized, but is evaluated periodically for any impairment in the carrying value. We review our long-lived assets, which include property and equipment, goodwill and identifiable finite-lived intangible assets, for impairment on an annual basis or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of such assets may not be recoverable. Factors we consider important which could trigger an impairment review include, but are not limited to, the 48 following: significant underperformance relative to expected historical or projected future operating results; significant changes in the manner of our use of the acquired assets or the strategy for our overall business; significant negative industry or economic trends; and a significant decline in our stock price for a sustained period. An impairment would be recognized based on the difference between the fair value of the asset and its carrying value. Future events could cause us to conclude that impairment indicators exist and that long-lived assets may be impaired. Any resulting impairment loss could have a material adverse impact on our financial condition and results of operations. • As part of the process of preparing our consolidated financial statements, we are required to estimate our income taxes in each of the jurisdictions in which we operate. This process involves the estimation of our actual current tax exposure together with assessing temporary differences resulting from differing treatment of items for tax and accounting purposes. Included in this assessment is the determination of the net operating loss carryforward that has resulted from our cumulative net operating loss since our spin-off from IMPCO. In addition, we have estimated the temporary differences resulting from our merger with Tecstar Automotive Group as of and subsequent to the March 3, 2005 acquisition date. These differences result in an overall net deferred tax asset position before any valuation allowances are considered. We must assess the likelihood that our deferred tax assets will be recovered from future taxable income and to the extent that we believe that recovery is not likely, we must establish a valuation allowance. To the extent we establish a valuation allowance or change this allowance in a period, we generally include an expense or benefit within the tax provision in the consolidated statement of operations. Significant management judgment is required in determining our provision for income taxes, our deferred tax assets and liabilities and any valuation allowance recorded against our deferred tax assets. We have recorded a valuation allowance on a portion of our deferred tax assets due to uncertainties related to our ability to fully utilize these assets, primarily consisting of net operating losses and credits which may be carried forward before they expire, and that are subject to certain limitations. In the event that actual results differ from these estimates or we adjust these estimates in future periods, we may need to adjust the recorded valuation allowance, which could materially impact our financial position and results of operations. At April 30, 2006, our gross deferred tax assets have been partially offset by a valuation allowance, resulting in an overall net deferred tax liability position that is recorded on the consolidated balance sheet. Results of Operations Years Ended April 30, 2005 and 2006 Net revenue and operating income (loss) for our business segments for the years ended April 30, 2005 and 2006 were as follows: Revenue Operating Income (Loss) Year Ended April 30 Year Ended April 30 2005 2006 2005 2006 (in thousands) Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporate (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22,982 31,318 — $ 19,782 172,900 — $ (8,143) 344 (6,011) $(13,383) (11,366) (9,853) Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $54,300 $192,682 $(13,810) $(34,602) (1) Represents corporate expenses not allocated to any of the reporting segments. Overall revenue increased $138.4 million from $54.3 million in fiscal 2005 to $192.7 million in fiscal 2006. This increase in overall revenue is mainly a result of the inclusion of Tecstar Automotive Group’s operations in our consolidated results since the merger with Tecstar Automotive Group on March 3, 2005 and was partially offset by a decrease in revenue from our Quantum Fuel Systems segment. Net revenue from our Quantum Fuel 49 Systems segment decreased $3.2 million from $23.0 million in fiscal 2005 to $19.8 million in fiscal 2006 primarily as a result of lower product sales. Overall operating loss increased $20.8 million, from $13.8 million in fiscal 2005 to $34.6 million in fiscal 2006. The increase in fiscal 2006 is mainly due to the addition of Tecstar Automotive Group segment which had an operating loss of $11.4 million compared to operating income in the prior year of $0.3 million and a $5.3 million increase in the operating loss of our Quantum Fuel Systems segment as a result of lower product sales and contract revenue. Corporate expenses increased $3.8 million in fiscal 2006. Quantum Fuel Systems Segment Product sales for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment decreased $1.9 million, or 18%, from $10.7 million in fiscal 2005 to $8.8 million in fiscal 2006. Product sales during fiscal 2005 and 2006 consisted of our hydrogen fuel metering and fuel storage systems for Toyota Motor Corporation’s fuel cell vehicle platforms and sales associated with General Motors’ pick-up trucks equipped with our bi-fuel and compressed natural gas fuel systems. Sales related to hydrogen fuel metering and fuel storage systems for fuel cell vehicle applications were $4.7 million in fiscal 2005 and $0.7 million in fiscal 2006 as a result of the completion and shipment during fiscal 2005 of all units ordered under Toyota’s fuel cell SUV platform and previous generation of our fuel system for the bus platform. We also expect to begin shipments of hydrogen fuel storage systems under a production intent fuel cell vehicle program with General Motors. During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006, we began shipping the current generation of hydrogen fuel storage systems for Toyota’s bus platform. We expect shipments on orders of hydrogen fuel storage systems under Toyota’s fuel cell bus platform to increase in fiscal 2007. Sales related to compressed natural gas fuel systems increased $2.1 million, or 35.0%, from $6.0 million in fiscal 2005 to $8.1 million in fiscal 2006. The increase in fiscal 2006 is mainly due to increased sales volume and increased average unit prices related to the General Motors’ pick-up truck program. We expect compressed natural gas product sales to be lower in fiscal 2007. Cost of product sales for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment decreased $0.4 million, or 4.1%, from $9.7 million in fiscal 2005 to $9.3 million in fiscal 2006. The decrease in fiscal 2006 is mainly due to the decreased sales volume related to our hydrogen fuel metering and fuel storage systems and was partially offset by increased sales volume and increased average unit costs related to our compressed natural gas fuel systems. Gross profits on product sales for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment decreased $1.5 million from a positive $1.0 million in fiscal 2005 to a negative $0.5 million in fiscal 2006. The decrease in fiscal 2006 is mainly attributable to lower sales volume for our hydrogen fuel metering and fuel storage systems. Contract revenue for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment decreased $1.3 million, or 10.6%, from $12.3 million in fiscal 2005 to $11.0 million in fiscal 2006. Contract revenue is derived primarily from system development and application engineering of our products under funded General Motors, Daimler Chrysler, Toyota and other OEM contracts, and other funded contract work with the U.S. military and other government agencies. Contract revenue is recognized as work progresses on fixed price contracts using the percentage-of-completion method, which relies on estimates of total expected contract revenue and costs. Recognized revenue is subject to revisions as the contracts progress to completion. Research and development expense associated with development contracts increased $1.8 million, or 24.0%, from $7.5 million in fiscal 2005 to $9.3 million in fiscal 2006. The increase in research and development expenses associated with development contracts during fiscal 2006 is primarily due to additional system design, product development and application engineering expenses for certain production-intent based development programs, which requires additional system engineering, testing, and validation work necessary to meet OEM production-ready requirements. Internally funded research and development expense for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment increased slightly by $0.2 million, or 2.4%, from $8.2 million in fiscal 2005 to $8.4 million in fiscal 2006. 50 Selling, general and administrative expenses for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment increased $0.4 million, or 10.0%, from $4.0 million in fiscal 2005 to $4.4 million in fiscal 2006. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of total Quantum Fuel Systems segment operating costs and expenses was 13.3% for fiscal 2006 compared to 12.9% for fiscal 2005 as a result of increased business development activities. Amortization of intangibles for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment relates to the Corporate Alliance Agreement with General Motors. The expense in fiscal year 2006 was the same as in fiscal 2005 and amounted to $1.7 million. Operating loss for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment increased $5.2 million, from $8.1 million in fiscal 2005 to $13.4 million in fiscal 2006. The increase in the operating loss for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment for fiscal 2006 is primarily a result of decreased sales volume related to our hydrogen fuel metering and fuel storage systems and higher research and development expenses associated with development contracts. We expect the Quantum Fuel System segment to incur continued operating losses in fiscal 2007, although we expect the losses to be lower than fiscal 2006 as a result of anticipated higher revenue levels and lower operating expenses. Tecstar Automotive Group Segment Activity in the Tecstar Automotive Group segment relates primarily to operations acquired in connection with the acquisitions of Tecstar Automotive Group on March 3, 2005 and of Regency on February 8, 2006. The operating results of Tecstar Automotive Group and Regency have been included in our consolidated financial results since the dates of the acquisitions. Tecstar Automotive Group product sales include OEM-level specialty equipment and vehicle accessories, known as styling parts and performance products that are added to OEM pick-up trucks, SUVs and vans through a second stage assembly process and distributed through OEMs or a dealer network. Overall revenues for the Tecstar Automotive Group of $173 million for fiscal 2006 decreased $11 million or 6.0% from fiscal 2005 pro forma revenues of $184 million as if the merger with Tecstar Automotive Group had been completed on May 1, 2004. The decline primarily resulted from the expiration of certain second stage contracts with General Motors in the second half of fiscal 2006. Product sales for the Tecstar Automotive Group totaled $164.0 million in fiscal 2006. Second stage assembly revenues were $93.4 million in fiscal 2006 and are associated with second stage automotive manufacturing facilities located in Louisiana, Texas and Indiana in the United States and in Ontario, Canada. All of these facilities are located near General Motors assembly plants. Substantially all product sales for this business segment were to General Motors in fiscal 2006. Product sales for automotive OEM accessory parts distributed through OEM distribution channels and dealer networks were $61.6 million and other revenues totaled $9.0 million in fiscal 2006, respectively. We expect product sales in fiscal 2007 to continue to be negatively impacted by the expiration of certain second stage contracts and changeovers in vehicle platforms by General Motors; however, we anticipate that overall product revenues for fiscal 2007 will approximate fiscal 2006 as a result of the Regency acquisition and other dealer network and specialty vehicle programs through our newly formed Unique Performance Concepts business venture and the Empire Coach business. Cost of product sales for the Tecstar Automotive Group was $154.4 million in fiscal 2006. Cost of product sales primarily represents the cost of raw material, labor and assembly facility overhead required in the second stage manufacturing process and material costs related to parts distribution. Gross profit on product sales was $9.9 million or 6.0% of sales for fiscal 2006. Contract revenue for the Tecstar Automotive Group was $8.9 million in fiscal 2006. Revenue is associated with design and engineering services for concept vehicles and a second stage assembly consulting project for a special military vehicle assembly program for Force Protection Industries. Research and development expense associated with cost of contract revenue was $8.1 million in fiscal 2006. 51 Selling, general and administrative expenses for the Tecstar Automotive Group were $19.6 million in fiscal 2006 or 11.3% of total segment revenue for fiscal 2006. These expenses represent those costs that directly support the business segment and consist mainly of selling and administrative salaries, business development costs, insurance and travel related costs. In addition, foreign currency transaction gains of $0.9 million in fiscal 2006 related to our Canadian second stage operations are included as a reduction of selling, general and administrative expenses. Amortization of intangibles was $2.4 million in fiscal 2006 and primarily relates to specifically identified customer related intangibles and existing technology acquired by Quantum in the acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group and also includes dealer network and other intangible assets acquired in the acquisition of Regency and the start up of Unique Performance Concepts. Operating loss for the Tecstar Automotive Group segment was $11.4 million in fiscal 2006. This operating segment loss in fiscal 2006 included $4.4 million in operating losses from our paint operations in Canada, with $3.4 million in operating losses based on operational charges and impairment of assets identified during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006 at Concord Coatings. We expect our Tecstar Automotive Group segment to realize improved operating results during fiscal 2007 as a result of improved gross margins on revenues shifting to dealer network and dual invoice programs and the liquidation of Concord Coatings anticipated in the second quarter of fiscal 2007. Corporate Corporate expenses increased by $3.9 million, or 65%, from $6.0 million in fiscal 2005 to $9.9 million in fiscal 2006 primarily as a result of supporting the addition of the Tecstar Automotive Group segment operations for an entire year compared to only approximately two months in fiscal 2005. Corporate expenses as a percentage of total revenues decreased to 5.4% in fiscal 2006 as compared to 11.0% in fiscal 2005. Non-Reporting Segment Results Interest Income and Expense. Interest income increased by $0.1 million, or 10.0%, from $1.0 million in fiscal 2005 to $1.1 million in fiscal 2006. The increase is primarily a result of higher yields earned due to increases in the federal funds rate over the course of fiscal 2006 and partially offset by declines in levels of cash and marketable securities. Interest expense amounted to $3.0 million in fiscal 2006 as compared to $0.3 million in fiscal 2005. Interest expense primarily relates to debt obligations that were assumed in connection with the Tecstar Automotive Group acquisition in March 2005 and the Regency acquisition in February 2006. Income Taxes. During fiscal 2006, we realized a tax benefit of approximately $0.7 million primarily as a result of the declining temporary difference between the book basis and tax basis related to intangible assets recorded in connection with the Tecstar Automotive Group acquisition. A partial valuation allowance has been established for our net deferred tax assets due to our lack of earnings history. We anticipate incurring net losses in fiscal 2007 and to continue to realize a tax benefit as a result of the declining temporary difference related to intangible assets. 52 Years Ended April 30, 2004 and 2005 Net revenue and operating income (loss) for our business segments for the years ended April 30, 2004 and 2005 were as follows: Revenue Operating Loss Year Ended April 30 Year Ended April 30 2004 2005 2004 2005 (in thousands) Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporate (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,119 — — $22,982 31,318 — $(4,051) — (5,282) $ (8,143) 344 (6,011) Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,119 $54,300 $(9,333) $(13,810) (1) Represents corporate expenses not allocated to any of the reporting segments. Net revenue increased $26.2 million, or 93.2%, from $28.1 million in fiscal year 2004 to $54.3 million in fiscal 2005. The primary reason for the increase in overall revenue is the inclusion of Tecstar Automotive Group’s operations for the period March 4, 2005 through April 30, 2005 as a result of the acquisition completed on March 3, 2005. Overall operating loss increased $4.5 million or 48.4%, from $9.3 million in fiscal 2004 to $13.8 million in fiscal 2005 mainly due to increased operating losses incurred in our Quantum Fuel Systems segment as a result of lower product sales, primarily hydrogen storage systems, and associated lower margins on those systems. Quantum Fuel Systems Segment Product sales decreased $7.9 million, or 42.5%, from $18.6 million in fiscal 2004 to $10.7 million in fiscal 2005. Product sales consist of our hydrogen fuel metering and fuel storage systems for Toyota Motor Corporation’s fuel cell SUV platform and bus platform and sales associated with General Motors’ mid-size automobiles and pick-up trucks equipped with our bi-fuel and compressed natural gas fuel systems. Sales related to hydrogen fuel metering and fuel storage systems for fuel cell vehicle applications declined $4.5 million in fiscal 2005, to $4.7 million. This decrease is primarily a result of lower fuel cell SUV platform orders and the completion of units shipped in December 2004 for the current generation of Toyota’s fuel cell SUV platform. Sales related to compressed natural gas fuel systems declined $3.4 million, to $6.0 million. The net decrease in compressed natural gas product sales is mainly attributable to lower average unit prices related to fuel storage systems designed for truck applications and General Motors’ discontinuance of the mid-size vehicle platform. Cost of product sales in the Quantum Fuel Systems segment decreased $3.2 million, or 24.8%, from $12.9 million in fiscal 2004 to $9.7 million in fiscal 2005. The decrease in costs was mainly attributable to an overall decline in volume; however, higher unit costs were incurred during fiscal 2005 related to hydrogen storage systems for fuel cell applications as a result of additional product testing and process validation implemented during fiscal 2005. Gross profits on product sales decreased $4.8 million, or 82.8%, from $5.8 million in fiscal 2004 to $1.0 million in fiscal 2005. Lower volume on product sales accounted for $3.7 million of the decline in gross profits and lower margin accounted for $1.1 million of the decline as a result of higher unit costs and manufacturing overhead. Contract revenue for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment increased $2.8 million, or 29.5%, from $9.5 million in fiscal 2004 to $12.3 million in fiscal 2005. Contract revenue is derived primarily from system development and application engineering of our products under funded General Motors and other OEM contracts, and other funded contract work with the U.S. military and other government agencies. The increase in 53 fiscal 2005 was primarily due to engineering, design, and integration activities related to hydrogen internal combustion engine applications, and new and expanded programs for the development of fuel delivery systems on behalf of automotive OEM customers and military programs. Research and development expense associated with cost of contract revenue included in the Quantum Fuel Systems segment increased $2.8 million, or 59.6%, from $4.7 million in fiscal 2004 to $7.5 million in fiscal 2005. The increased spending was due to higher levels of contract activities. Internally funded research and development expense for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment decreased by $1.1 million, or 11.8%, from $9.3 million in fiscal 2004 to $8.2 million in fiscal 2005. The decrease in fiscal 2005 is mainly attributable to a greater emphasis on utilizing internal resources for customer specific projects as compared to the previous year. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $0.4 million or 11.1% from $3.6 million in fiscal 2004 to $4.0 million in fiscal 2005, primarily due to a higher level of support required to carry out the expanded customer specific project activities. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased from 12.8% of total Quantum Fuel Systems segment revenues in fiscal 2004 to 17.4% in fiscal 2005. Amortization of intangibles for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment relates to the Corporate Alliance Agreement with General Motors. The expense in fiscal year 2005 was the same as in fiscal 2004 and amounted to $1.7 million. Operating loss for the Quantum Fuel Systems segment increased by $4.0 million in fiscal 2005 to $8.1 million primarily as a result of the lower overall product revenues and lower gross profits due to the lower volume. Tecstar Automotive Group Segment All activity in the Tecstar Automotive Group segment relates to operations acquired in connection with the merger with Tecstar Automotive Group on March 3, 2005 and consists of activities for the period beginning March 4, 2005 and ending April 30, 2005. Tecstar Automotive Group product sales include OEM-level specialty equipment and vehicle accessories, known as styling parts and performance products, that are added to OEM pick-up truck and sport utility vehicles through a second-stage assembly process or distributed through an OEM dealer network. Product sales for the Tecstar Automotive Group totaled $30.1 million during fiscal 2005. Second-stage assembly revenues were $18.3 million during fiscal 2005 and are mainly associated with second stage automotive manufacturing facilities located in Louisiana, Texas and Indiana in the United States and in Ontario, Canada. All of these facilities are located near GM assembly plants. Substantially all product sales for this business segment are to General Motors. Product sales in fiscal 2005 for automotive OEM accessory parts distributed through dealer networks were $10.4 million, revenues from a painting and injection molding facility were $0.6 million, and other revenues totaled $0.8 million. Cost of product sales for the Tecstar Automotive Group were $26.4 million in fiscal 2005 and primarily represent the cost of raw material, labor and assembly facility overhead required in the second-stage manufacturing process and material costs related to parts distribution. Gross profit on product sales was $3.7 million or 12.3% of sales. Contract revenue for the Tecstar Automotive Group was $1.2 million for fiscal 2005 and is primarily associated with design and engineering services for concept vehicles. Research and development expense associated with cost of contract revenue was $1.4 million. 54 Selling, general and administrative expenses for the Tecstar Automotive Group were $2.6 million or 8.3% of total segment revenue. These expenses represent those costs that directly support the business segment and consist mainly of selling and administrative salaries, business development costs, insurance and travel related costs. Amortization of intangibles was $0.5 million and represents the amortization of specifically identified customer contracts and existing technology acquired by Quantum in the merger with Starcraft. Operating income was $0.3 million for the period March 4, 2005 to April 30, 2005. Corporate Corporate expenses increased by $0.7 million, or 13.2%, from $5.3 million in fiscal 2004 to $6.0 million in fiscal 2005. Corporate expenses as a percentage of total revenues decreased to 11.0% in fiscal 2005 as compared to 18.8% in fiscal 2004. Non-Reporting Segment Results Interest Income and Expense Interest income increased by $0.5 million, or 100.0%, from $0.5 million in fiscal 2004 to $1.0 million in fiscal 2005. In October 2003, we completed a public offering that yielded net proceeds of $60.1 million. The investment of those proceeds for a full twelve-month period in fiscal 2005 compared to approximately a six-month period during fiscal 2004 was the primary reason for the increase. Interest expense increased in fiscal 2005 to $310,000 as compared to $45,000 in fiscal 2004 as a result of $23.8 million in debt obligations assumed in connection with the Tecstar Automotive Group merger on March 3, 2005. Provision for Income Taxes. Income tax expense remained minor due to our net losses during both fiscal years. A partial valuation allowance has been established for our deferred tax assets due to our lack of earnings history. Liquidity and Capital Resources In July 2002, we received $15.0 million in cash in connection with our spin-off from IMPCO. In January 2003, we completed a public equity offering of an aggregate of 4,025,000 shares of our common stock at a price of $2.25 per share, which yielded net proceeds of $8.0 million, all of which has been used for working capital purposes. In October 2003, we completed a public equity offering of an aggregate of 8,050,000 shares of our common stock at a price of $8.00 per share, which yielded net proceeds of $60.1 million. On June 29, 2006, we completed a private investment in public entity (“PIPE”) transaction which yielded proceeds of $12.5 million from the sale of 4,403,000 shares of our common stock at a price of $2.84 per share, which represented a 10% discount on the June 29, 2006 closing price of $3.15. In connection with our acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group, we assumed a total of $23.8 million of long-term debt at the close of the Tecstar Automotive Group merger on March 3, 2005 which included $15.0 million of unsecured senior subordinated convertible notes that were issued in a private placement with Tecstar Automotive Group in July 2004. The notes bear interest at 8.5% and mature in July 2009 with semi-annual interest payments payable on January 1 and July 1 of each year. Per the terms of the notes, as modified by the merger agreement with Tecstar Automotive Group, the interest payments can be made in either cash or shares of our common stock, at our discretion. In connection with the merger, we assumed the obligation to issue shares of Quantum common stock upon conversion of the notes at a conversion price of $5.77 per dollar of debt converted. The scheduled July 1, 2005, January 31, 2006 and July 1, 2006 semi-annual interest payments were made in cash. Our principal sources of liquidity as of April 30, 2006 included cash and cash equivalents of $9.0 million, long-term marketable securities of $15.0 million, and revolving lines of credit with maximum availability totaling $25.0 million. Advances outstanding under the lines totaled $22.8 million at April 30, 2006. As 55 discussed further below, $15.0 million of our marketable securities are now pledged as collateral under the terms of our credit facility with a financial institution as amended on May 19, 2006 and June 30, 2006. In our prior fiscal year ending April 30, 2005, we had $30.0 million and $5.0 million revolving credit agreements with domestic and Canadian lenders that were assumed in connection with our acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group. Advances under these credit agreements were limited to a specific percentage of eligible receivables and inventories of Tecstar Automotive Group. The advances bore interest subject to a pricing matrix with ranges of 0.75% below the prime rate to 0.25% above the prime rate dependent upon a ratio of Tecstar Automotive Group’s funded debt to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“EBITDA”). On September 9, 2005 Tecstar Automotive Group and the lead domestic and Canadian financial institution lender, Comerica Bank, amended and restated the existing revolving credit agreements (the “First Amended Credit Agreement”). On May 19, 2006, the credit facility was amended and restated for a second time (the “Second Amended Credit Agreement”). On June 30, 2006, the Second Amended Credit Agreement was further amended (the “Third Amended Credit Agreement”). Under the terms of the Third Amended Credit Agreement, maximum availability is $25.0 million under the domestic credit line, which is reduced commensurate to any borrowings under the $5.0 million Canadian credit line. The amount of available advances is subject to limitations based upon our eligible accounts receivables and collateralized marketable securities determined on a consolidated basis. Advances under the credit facility bear interest at the greater of prime rate (7.75% at April 30, 2006) minus 1.25% or the federal funds rate plus 1.00%. There is also a Euro currency based rate option as defined in the agreement. The Third Amended Credit Agreement expires on February 1, 2009. Advances under the Third Amended Credit Agreement require us to meet certain minimum consolidated net worth covenants on a quarterly basis and a requirement to maintain less than a $15.0 million balance in the aggregate amount of advances and credit extensions during a five consecutive business day period each month. We are prohibited from making investments in, merging or acquiring, any other unrelated entity or business without the approval of the lender. Quantum and each of its direct and indirect subsidiaries provided Comerica Bank with an unlimited guaranty for Tecstar Automotive Group’s obligations and granted a security interest in all of our assets to Comerica Bank under the Third Amended Credit Agreement. In connection with the Third Amended Credit Agreement, we agreed to purchase Concord Coating’s loan from Comerica Bank for $1.2 million. The purchase was in satisfaction of the Tarxien guaranty of the Concord Coating loan and was necessary in order for us to assure that certain parts critical to Tecstar Automotive Group programs were completed prior to Concord Coatings ceasing operations and liquidating its assets as anticipated during the second quarter of fiscal 2007. We did not meet the minimum consolidated net worth level required and the minimum level of unencumbered consolidated cash and marketable securities required under the First Amended Credit Agreement. We were in compliance with all other requirements of other debt obligations, including the unsecured senior subordinated convertible notes. Our lender has waived all applicable covenant requirements for April 30, 2006 and we anticipate that we will meet all requirements under the Third Amended Credit Agreement through our next fiscal year ending April 30, 2007. Accordingly, we have classified the outstanding balances under the credit facility in long-term debt with no current maturities anticipated in fiscal 2007. We believe that our available working capital will be adequate to meet our liquidity needs for at least the next twelve months. If we desire additional financing to take advantage of strategic opportunities, complete product and application development, to develop facilities for commercialization and limited production of our products and systems, or to fund future operating activities, we believe such financing can be adequately sourced through financial institutions and public or private offerings of equity or debt securities. Although we believe those requirements can be adequately sourced, we cannot assure you that such additional sources of financing will be available on acceptable terms, if at all. We have also agreed that, subject to limited exceptions, we will not issue any stock in a private placement transaction without the prior written consent of General Motors. As of April 30, 2006, we had no material commitments for capital expenditures. 56 Our long-term cash requirements depend on numerous factors. Our Quantum Fuel Systems segment is dependent on factors such as the advancement of OEM fuel cell technologies, development and commercialization timing of our products, customer funding of application development programs, and other industry-wide growth factors. The Tecstar Automotive Group segment is dependent on factors such as model year changeover of vehicle platforms by General Motors, economic conditions, including levels of disposable consumer income, the availability and price of gasoline, the level of interest rates, and the availability of consumer financing. Our cash and levels of borrowing are also impacted by the timing of Tecstar Automotive Group’s once-a-month cash collections on product sales to General Motors. For example, borrowings under the revolving lines of credit at the end of our fourth quarter of fiscal 2005 were lower than at each of our four quarterly end periods in fiscal 2006 primarily as a result of an early payment from General Motors that was scheduled for early May 2005. Competition and a reliance on a few customers, particularly General Motors, are additional factors that may impact our future operations. Net cash used in operating activities was $36.8 million during fiscal 2006 as compared to $6.8 million during fiscal 2005. The use of cash during fiscal 2006 is primarily due to a net loss of $26.7 million as adjusted for net non-cash charges of $8.8 million, primarily consisting of depreciation and amortization. Cash from operating activities was also impacted by an increase in levels of inventories of $4.9 million and a decrease in levels of accounts payable of $8.1 million. Although accounts receivable of $28.8 million at April 30, 2006 was comparable to the level at April 30, 2005 of $24.1 million, there is not a direct correlation between the receivable levels at the end of these two periods and the applicable revenue streams that give rise to the receivables. Accounts receivable was lower than expected at April 30, 2005 as a result of the timing of collections on product sales to General Motors. Tecstar Automotive Group normally receives a large cash collection from General Motors once a month that covers a substantial portion of its segment product sales. Over the course of fiscal 2006, only 11 large monthly payments were received due to this earlier than expected collection of a payment scheduled for May 2005 that was received during the last week in April 2005 amounting to $14.0 million. This timing, in addition to increased product sales during the second quarter, resulted in significant higher levels of accounts receivable experienced during the first half of fiscal 2006 of $43.1 million at October 31, 2005. A significant decline in product sales during the second half of the current fiscal year was the primary reason for the decline in accounts receivable at the end of fiscal 2006 as compared to mid-year levels. The decrease in accounts payable is primarily due to overall decreases in production during the second half of fiscal 2006 in our Tecstar Automotive Group segment. The increase in inventory was primarily due to expanded production activities related to our Amstar second stage operations and higher levels of automotive OEM accessory parts on hand associated with an expanded distribution program. Net cash provided by investing activities during the fiscal 2006 was $9.3 million as compared to $5.8 million during fiscal 2005. The net cash provided in the current fiscal year is mainly a result of maturities on our marketable securities exceeding the levels of reinvestment in longer-term securities by $21.1 million. Purchases of equipment and leasehold improvements were $8.0 million in fiscal 2006 as compared to $1.9 million for the prior fiscal year as a result of our expanded operations with the addition of Tecstar Automotive Group in March 2005. During the second quarter of fiscal 2006, we paid $600,000 pursuant to our acquisition of Empire Coach. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006, we paid $2.7 million, net of cash acquired, as part of the consideration provided in connection with our acquisition of Regency. Net cash provided by financing activities during fiscal 2006 was $24.4 million as compared to $3.1 million fiscal 2005. Cash provided during fiscal 2006 was principally from borrowings of $22.6 million on the revolving credit facilities we assumed in connection with the Tecstar Automotive Group acquisition in March 2005. We also received $1.5 million of proceeds in connection with promissory notes issued to the minority interest partner associated with our consolidated subsidiary Amstar LLC and $0.5 million in proceeds from exercises of stock options. Payments on notes payable amounted to $0.5 million in fiscal 2006. The ratio of current assets to current liabilities was 2.5:1 at April 30, 2005 and 1.5:1 at April 30, 2006. During fiscal 2006, our total working capital decreased by $32.0 million, from $58.4 million at the end of fiscal 2005 to $26.4 million at April 30, 2006. 57 Contractual Obligations The following table contains supplemental information regarding total contractual obligations as of April 30, 2006 (see Notes 11 and 13 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements). Contractual Obligations Payments due by Period Total Less Than One Year 1-3 Years 3-5 Years Operating Lease Obligations . . . . . . . . . Long-term Debt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Employment Agreements (1) . . . . . . . . Scheduled Interest Payments . . . . . . . . . $15,571,197 42,431,780 9,822,000 3,337,872 $ 4,926,157 9,339,212 5,031,000 1,447,337 $ 5,982,083 15,906,297 4,791,000 1,780,434 $ 2,899,409 16,010,330 — 129,968 More Than 5 Years $1,763,548 1,175,941 — 20,133 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $71,162,849 $20,743,706 $28,459,814 $19,039,707 $2,959,622 (1) Includes agreements in place as of May 1, 2006 and consists of the estimated minimum contractual obligations under the arrangements assuming a termination of employment without cause initiated by the Company and benefit continuation assuming a cost to the Company of 15% of base salaries. All agreements remain in place until terminated by either of the parties. For further information about the specific terms of the employment agreements with executive officers, see the text of the employment agreements, which are filed as exhibits to this report. Research and Development Funding Commitment. Pursuant to the Corporate Alliance Agreement with General Motors, the Company has committed to spend $4.0 million annually for specific research and development projects directed by General Motors to speed the commercialization of the Company’s fuel cell related products. Since this commitment was waived or partially waived by General Motors for each of the calendar years 2002 through 2005, the Company anticipates that this commitment will be waived or partially waived in the future. The Company and General Motors agreed upon a Directed Research and Development Statement of Work that covered the period from May 15, 2004 though May 14, 2005. The statement of work outlined specific tasks for the advancement of compressed fuel storage technologies enabling improved performance. Total spending under the statement of work approximated $1.8 million and was funded under the Quantum Fuel Systems segment. The Company and General Motors have continued to jointly work on research and development projects since the May 14, 2005 expiration of the most recent statement of work arrangement. Royalties. Beginning July 24, 2005 for non-automotive applications and July 24, 2008 for automotive applications, we are obligated to provide revenue sharing payments to General Motors based on a percentage of gross revenue derived from sales of applications developed under the Corporate Alliance Agreement. The revenue sharing payments will equal 5% of applicable gross revenue through July 23, 2015, 4% for the ten-year period ending July 23, 2025, 3% for the ten-year period ending July 23, 2035, and 2% for the ten-year period ending July 23, 2045. On July 23, 2045, we will also be obligated to provide a final revenue sharing payment to General Motors equal to the present value of future revenue sharing payments that would otherwise be payable to General Motors on an annual basis assuming an income stream to General Motors of 2% of our gross revenues in perpetuity. As of April 30, 2006, no revenue sharing payments have been applicable. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk We are exposed to market risk from changes in interest rates due to our financing, investing and cash management activities. Specifically, our cash and cash equivalents and marketable securities are subject to fluctuations in interest rates. Based on our cash and marketable securities balance at April 30, 2006, a 1% decrease in interest rates would result in reduced annual interest income of approximately $240,000. We are also at risk due to the variable nature of our $25 million in revolving credit facilities and our mortgage note. As of April 30, 2006, we had $22.8 million borrowings outstanding related to the revolving credit facilities. However, a 1% increase in the interest rate could result in an annual increase in interest expense of up 58 to approximately $250,000, assuming the maximum amount was outstanding on the credit facilities during an entire year. A 1% increase would result in approximately $8,418 of additional interest expense related to the mortgage note. To date, we have not used any derivative financial instruments for the purpose of reducing our exposure to adverse fluctuations in interest rates. We are not a party to leveraged derivatives nor do we hold or issue financial investments for speculative purposes. We are exposed to risk from fluctuating currency exchange rates, primarily the U.S. dollar against the Canadian dollar. We face transactional currency exposures that arise when our foreign subsidiaries enter into transactions denominated in currencies other than their own local currency. We also face currency exposure that arises from translating the results of our Canadian operations to the U.S. dollar. Net foreign currency transaction gains aggregated approximately $0.9 million for the year ended April 30, 2006. Off Balance Sheet Disclosures Consigned Inventories Our wholly-owned subsidiary, Regency, obtains vehicle chassis for its specialized vehicle products directly from OEMs under converter pool agreements. Chassis are obtained from the OEMs based on orders from customers, and to a lesser extent, for unallocated orders. Although each OEM agreement has different terms and conditions, the agreements generally provide that the OEM will provide a supply of chassis to be maintained from time to time at Regency’s facility under the conditions that Regency will store such chassis and will not move, sell or otherwise dispose of such chassis, except under the terms of the agreement. The OEM does not transfer the certificate of origin to Regency and, accordingly, Regency accounts for the chassis as consigned inventory belonging to the OEM. Under these agreements, Regency is required to pay a finance charge on the chassis inventory equal to a fixed rate of zero to 2.0% for the first 90 days and a variable rate of prime plus 1.0% for days 91 and thereafter. The finance charges incurred on consigned chassis inventory, included in interest expense in the consolidated statement of income, aggregated $346,000 for the period from the date of acquisition of Regency on February 8, 2006 to April 30, 2006. Chassis inventory, accounted for as consigned inventory to Regency by the OEMs, aggregated approximately $24.3 million at April 30, 2006. Typically, chassis are converted and delivered to the customers within 90 days of the receipt of the chassis by Regency. Recent Accounting Pronouncements In December 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No. 123 (revised 2004), “Share-Based Payment.” SFAS No. 123R is a revision of SFAS No. 123, “Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation,” supersedes Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 25, “Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees,” and amends SFAS No. 95, “Statement of Cash Flows.” SFAS No. 123R requires the expensing of unvested stock options. In April 2005, the FASB delayed the initial adoption of SFAS No. 123R to annual periods that begin after June 15, 2005. As such, we will adopt the provisions of SFAS No. 123R in fiscal 2007 beginning May 1, 2006. Currently, we account for stock options using the intrinsic value method of reporting prescribed by Accounting Principles Board Opinion (“APB”) Opinion No. 25, “Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees,” and related interpretations, and provide footnote disclosure of the compensation expense associated with stock options. See additional information in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements regarding our transition to SFAS 123R and the anticipated impacts. In November 2004, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued SFAS No. 151, “Inventory Cost.” SFAS No. 151 amends the guidance in Accounting Research Bulletin No. 43, Chapter 4, “Inventory Pricing”, to clarify the accounting for abnormal amounts of idle facility expense, freight, handling costs, and wasted material (scrap). SFAS No. 151 requires that those items be recognized as current-period charges. In addition, SFAS No. 151 requires that the allocation of fixed production overheads to the costs of conversion be 59 based on the normal capacity of the production facilities. The provisions of SFAS No. 151 are effective for inventory costs incurred in fiscal years beginning after June 15, 2005. As such, we will adopt these provisions for the annual reporting period beginning May 1, 2006. We are currently evaluating the impact that SFAS No. 151 will have on our consolidated financial statements. Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk. Information relating to Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk appear under the heading “Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk,” which is included in Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operation. Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data. The information required by this item is contained in the consolidated financial statements listed in Item 15(a) of this annual report under the caption “Financial Statements” and appear beginning on page F-1 of this annual report. Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure. None. Item 9A. Controls and Procedures (a) Disclosure Controls and Procedures As of the end of the period covered by this report, we carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures are effective in timely alerting them to material information required to be included in this report. (b) Design and Evaluation of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting. Our internal control over financial reporting is a process designed under the supervision of our principal executive and principal financial officer to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external reporting purposes in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. Our internal control over financial reporting includes policies and procedures that: • • • • Pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect transactions and dispositions of our assets; Provide reasonable assurance that our transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles; Provide reasonable assurances that our receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of our management and directors; and Provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements. 60 Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, we evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of our internal control over financial reporting based on the framework in Internal Control - Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the our internal control over financial reporting was not effective as of April 30, 2006. As defined by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (“PCAOB”) Auditing Standard No. 2, a material weakness is a significant control deficiency or a combination of significant control deficiencies, that results in there being more than a remote likelihood that a material misstatement of the annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected. The material weakness as of April 30, 2006 was that the Company did not have the internal resources necessary to apply the numerous complex accounting standards to non-routine transactions in a timely manner. This material weakness resulted in late period adjustments and delays in the preparation of financial statements and filings. The scope of management’s assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting includes all of our businesses except for the operations acquired during fiscal 2006 of Regency Conversions Inc. and Empire Coach Enterprises, LLC and certain other minor component subsidiaries of our Tecstar Automotive Group reporting segment. Our consolidated sales for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2006 were $190.0 million, of which Regency Conversions Inc. represented $10.5 million, Empire Coach Enterprises, LLC represented $0.8 million. McGladrey & Pullen, LLP, our independent registered public accounting firm, audited management’s assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting and, based on that audit, issued the report set forth on the following page. Status of Management’s Remedial Action The Company is implementing remedial controls to address this matter, involving a review of accounting resources and structure of accounting functions. 61 REPORT OF MCGLADREY AND PULLEN, LLP, INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM, ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING The Board of Directors and Stockholders Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. We have audited management’s assessment, included in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting included in Item 9(b), that Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries did not maintain effective internal control over financial reporting as of April 30, 2006 because of the effect of a material weakness related to the company not maintaining a control environment that allowed for adequate management resources to be devoted to certain technical, complex, and non-routine transactions in a timely manner, based on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (the COSO criteria). Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries’ management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on management’s assessment and an opinion on the effectiveness of the company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, evaluating management’s assessment, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion. A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements. Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. As indicated in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting included in Item 9(b), management’s assessment of and conclusion on the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting did not include the internal controls of the Regency Conversions, Inc. and Empire Coach Enterprises, which were acquired on February 8, 2006 and September 15, 2005, respectively, and are included in the fiscal 2006 consolidated financial statements of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries, and constituted $17.3 million and $ 3.1 million, respectively, of total asset and $ 6.2 million and $1.2 million, respectively, of total liabilities as of April 30, 2006 and $10.5 million and $0.8 million, respectively, of sales and $0.0 million and $1.2 million, respectively, of pretax loss for the year then ended. Our audit of the internal control over financial reporting of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries also did not include an evaluation of the internal control over financial reporting of these companies. 62 A material weakness is a control deficiency, or combination of control deficiencies, that results in more than a remote likelihood that a material misstatement of the annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected. The following material weakness has been identified and included in management’s assessment: As of April 30, 2006, the Company did not maintain a control environment which allowed for adequate management resources to be devoted to certain technical, complex, and non-routine transactions in a timely manner. This material weakness resulted in delays and adjustments to the fiscal 2006 consolidated financial statements with respect to the consolidation of a variable interest entity and the accounting for other non-routine transactions. This material weakness was considered in determining the nature, timing, and extent of audit tests applied in our audit of the fiscal 2006 consolidated financial statements, and this report does not affect our report dated July 27, 2006 on those financial statements. In our opinion, management’s assessment that Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries did not maintain effective internal control over financial reporting as of April 30, 2006, is fairly stated, in all material respects, based on the criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (the COSO criteria). Also, in our opinion, because of the effect of the material weakness described above on the achievement of the objectives of the control criteria, Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries has not maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of April 30, 2006, based on the COSO criteria. Irvine, California July 27, 2006 63 (c) Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting There has been no other changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during our most recent fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. Item 9B. Other Information. None. 64 PART III Item 10. Directors and Executive Officers of the Registrant. Information regarding our board of directors, audit committee, audit committee financial expert and code of ethics is set forth under the caption “Election of Directors,” in our definitive Proxy Statement to be filed in connection with our fiscal 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and such information is incorporated herein by reference. Information regarding Section 16(a) beneficial ownership compliance is set forth under the caption “Executive Compensation—Compliance with Section 16(a) of the Securities and Exchange Act” our definitive Proxy Statement to be filed in connection with our fiscal 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and such information is incorporated by reference. A list of our executive officers is included in Part I, Item 1 of this Report under the heading “Executive Officers.” We have adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics that applies to each of our directors, officers and employees, including our principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller, or persons performing similar functions. Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics is posted on our website at www.qtww.com/about/corporate_goverance/coc.php. Item 11. Executive Compensation. The information required by this item is set forth under the captions “Executive Compensation and Other Information” and “Election of Directors—Compensation of Directors” in our definitive Proxy Statement to be filed in connection with our fiscal 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and such information is incorporated herein by reference. Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters. The information required by this item is set forth under the captions “Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management” and “Equity Compensation Plan Information” in our definitive Proxy Statement to be filed in connection with our fiscal 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and such information is incorporated herein by reference. Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions. The information required by this item is set forth under the captions “Certain Relationships and Related Transactions” and “Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation” in our definitive Proxy Statement to be filed in connection with our fiscal 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and such information is incorporated herein by reference. Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services. The information required by this item is set forth under the caption “Ratification and Approval of the Appointment of Independent Accountants” in our definitive Proxy Statement to be filed in connection with our fiscal 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and such information is incorporated herein by reference. 65 PART IV Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules. (a) The following documents are filed as part of this report: (1) Financial Statements. See Consolidated Financial Statements beginning on page F-1. (2) Financial Statement Schedules. See Schedule II, Valuation and Qualifying Accounts that follow the Consolidated Financial Statements. All other schedules are omitted because the information is not applicable or is not material, or because the information is included in the consolidated financial statements or the notes thereto. (3) Exhibits. The following exhibits are filed or incorporated by reference as a part of this report: Exhibit No. Description 2.1 2.2 2.3 3.1 3.2 4.1 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 Contribution and Distribution Agreement, dated as of July 23, 2002, between IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and the Registrant (filed as Exhibit 10.1 hereto). Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of November 23, 2004, by and among the Registrant, Quake Sub, Inc. and Starcraft Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 2.1 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on November 23, 2004). Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated February 8, 2006, by and among Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc., Regency Acquisition Company, LLC, Regency Conversions, Inc., and the shareholders of Regency Conversions, Inc. Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant, dated March 3, 2005 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on March 9, 2005). Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Registrant (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.2 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). Specimen Common Stock Certificate (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form 10 (File No. 000-49629), which was filed with the SEC on February 13, 2002). Contribution and Distribution Agreement, dated as of July 23, 2002, between IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and the Registrant (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). Tax Allocation and Indemnification Agreement, dated as of July 23, 2002, between IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and the Registrant (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). Transition Services Agreement, dated as of July 23, 2002, between IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and the Registrant (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.3 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). Employee Benefit Matters Agreement, dated as of July 23, 2002, between IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and the Registrant (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.4 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). 66 Exhibit No. Description 10.5 10.6(a) 10.6(b)* 10.7† 10.8 10.9 10.10 10.11 10.12 10.13 10.14 10.15 Strategic Alliance Agreement, dated as of July 23, 2002, between IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and the Registrant (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.5 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. Amended 2002 Stock Incentive Plan and Form of Award Agreement (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 31, 2005 that was filed with the SEC on September 9, 2005) Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. 2002 Stock Incentive Plan and Form of Award Agreement (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-96923), which was filed with the SEC on July 23, 2002). Corporate Alliance Agreement, dated June 12, 2001, between the Registrant and General Motors Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.31 of the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-63726) of IMPCO Technologies, Inc., which was filed with the SEC on July 9, 2001). Master Technical Development Agreement, dated June 12, 2001, between the Registrant and General Motors Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.32 of the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-63726) of IMPCO Technologies, Inc., which was filed with the SEC on July 9, 2001). Stock Transfer Agreement, dated June 12, 2001, between the Registrant and General Motors Corporation, (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.33 of the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-63726) of IMPCO Technologies, Inc., which was filed with the SEC on July 9, 2001). Registration Rights Agreement, dated June 12, 2001, between the Registrant and General Motors Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.34 of the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-63726) of IMPCO Technologies, Inc., which was filed with the SEC on July 9, 2001). Lease, dated August 18, 1997, between Klein Investments, Family Limited Partnership, as Lessor, and IMPCO Technologies, Inc., as Lessee (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.12 of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. for the fiscal year ended April 30, 1998, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 1998). Lease, dated as of March 31, 2000, by and between IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and Braden Court Associates (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.20 of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2000, which was filed with the SEC on June 30, 2000). Memorandum of Understanding and Teaming Agreement, dated May 22, 2000, between IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and ATK Thiokol Propulsion (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.14 of the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form 10 (File No. 000-49629), which was filed with the SEC on February 13, 2002). Amendment Nos. 1, 2 and 3 to Memorandum of Understanding and Teaming Agreement, among the Registrant, IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and ATK Thiokol Propulsion (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.14 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). First Amendment to Corporate Alliance Agreement, dated as of July 19, 2002, between the Registrant and General Motors Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.15 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). 67 Exhibit No. Description 10.16 10.17 10.18 10.19 10.20 10.21 10.22(a) 10.22(b)* 10.22(c)* 10.22(d)* 10.22(e)* 10.23(a) 10.23(b)* 10.23(c)* First Amendment to Stock Transfer Agreement, dated as of July 19, 2002, between the Registrant and General Motors Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.16 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). Amendment to Lease Agreement, dated October 18, 2000, among the Registrant, IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and Braden Court Associates (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.17 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). Amendment to Lease Agreement, dated October 31, 2000, among the Registrant, IMPCO Technologies, Inc. and Klein Investments (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.18 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2002). Lease, dated March 5, 2004, between Klein Investments, Family Limited Partnership, as Lessor, and the Registrant, as Lessee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.30 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on July 1, 2004). Memorandum of Understanding, dated June 2, 2004, between the Registrant and Sumitomo Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.31 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on July 1, 2004). Form of Indemnification Agreement between the Registrant and each of its directors and executive officers (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.21 of the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-101668), which was filed with the SEC on December 5, 2002). Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated May 1, 2006, by and between Registrant and Alan P. Niedzwiecki. Employment Agreement, dated May 1, 2005, by and between the Registrant and Alan P. Niedzwiecki (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on May 5, 2005). Employment Agreement, dated August 1, 2002, between the Registrant and Alan P. Niedzwiecki (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.19 of the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended July 31, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on September 16, 2002). Addendum A to Employment Agreement, dated as of February 10, 2003, between the Registrant and Alan P. Niedzwiecki (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.23 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on July 2, 2003). Addendum B to Employment Agreement, dated as of November 2, 2003, between the Registrant and Alan P. Niedzwiecki (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.28 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on July 1, 2004). Employment Agreement, dated January 10, 2006, between the Registrant and W. Brian Olson. Employment Agreement, dated May 1, 2005, by and between the Registrant and W. Brian Olson (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on May 5, 2005). Employment Agreement, dated September 1, 2002, between the Registrant and W. Brian Olson (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.20 of the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended July 31, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on September 16, 2002). 68 Exhibit No. Description 10.23(d)* 10.23(e)* 10.23(f)* Addendum A to Employment Agreement, dated as of February 10, 2003, between the Registrant and W. Brian Olson (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.24 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on July 2, 2003). Addendum B to Employment Agreement, dated as of February 10, 2003, between the Registrant and W. Brian Olson (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.25 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on July 2, 2003). Addendum C to Employment Agreement, dated as of November 2, 2003, between the Registrant and W. Brian Olson (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.29 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on July 1, 2004). 10.24* Employment Agreement, dated May 1, 2005, by and between the Registrant and Glenn D. Moffett (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.3 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on May 5, 2005). 10.25(a) Employment Agreement, dated May 1, 2006, by and between the Registrant and Dale L. Rasmussen 10.25(b)* Consulting Agreement, dated May 1, 2005, by and between the Registrant and Dale L. Rasmussen (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.5 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on May 5, 2005). 10.26(a) Employment Agreement, effective May 1, 2006, by and between the Registrant and Jeffrey P. Beitzel 10.26(b)* 10.27* 10.28(a) 10.28(b)* Employment Agreement, dated March 3, 2005, by and between the Registrant and Jeffrey P. Beitzel (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on March 9, 2005). Employment Agreement, dated March 3, 2005, by and between the Registrant and Michael H. Schoeffler (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on March 9, 2005). Employment Agreement, effective May 1, 2006, by and between Tecstar Automotive Group, Inc. and Richard C. Anderson. Employment Agreement, dated March 3, 2005, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Richard C. Anderson (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.3 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on March 9, 2005). 10.29(a) Employment Agreement, effective May 1, 2006, by and between Tecstar Automotive Group, Inc. and Douglass C. Goad. 10.29(b)* 10.30(a) 10.30(b)* Employment Agreement, dated March 3, 2005, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Douglass C. Goad (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.4 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on March 9, 2005). Employment Agreement, effective May 1, 2006, by and between Tecstar Automotive Group, Inc. and Joseph E. Katona III. Employment Agreement, dated March 3, 2005, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Joseph E. Katona III (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.5 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on March 9, 2005). 69 Exhibit No. Description 10.31* 10.33* 10.34 10.35 10.36 10.37 10.38 10.39 10.40 10.41 10.42 10.43 Form of Restricted Stock Award Agreement under the Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. 2002 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.4 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on May 5, 2005). Summary of Director Compensation Arrangements for Fiscal Year 2007 (Incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on June 1, 2006). Registration Rights Agreement, dated March 3, 2005, by and among the Registrant, Kelly L. Rose, Jeffrey P. Beitzel, Richard C. Anderson and Douglass C. Goad (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.6 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K that was filed with the SEC on March 9, 2005). Loan Agreement, dated February 13, 2002, by and between Tecstar, LP and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on May 7, 2002). First Amendment to Loan Agreement and Note, dated as of May 13, 2002, by and between Tecstar, LP and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.4(b) of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on December 5, 2003). Amendment No. 2 to Loan Agreement and Consent, dated as of June 7, 2002, by and between Tecstar, LP and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.4(c) of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on December 5, 2003). Amendment to Loan Agreement, dated August 1, 2003, between Tecstar, LP and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.2 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended June 29, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on August 6, 2003). Loan Agreement, dated June 28, 2002, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.15 of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended September 29, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on December 24, 2002). Amendment No. 1 to Loan Agreement, dated April 6, 2003, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended March 30, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on May 8, 2003). Amendment to Loan Agreement, dated August 1, 2003, between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended June 29, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on August 6, 2003). Credit Agreement, dated January 16, 2004, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended December 28, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on February 11, 2004). Amendment No. 1 to Credit Agreement, dated January 30, 2004, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended March 28, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on May 12, 2004). 70 Exhibit No. Description 10.44 10.45 10.46 10.47 10.48 10.49 10.50 10.51 10.52 10.53 10.54 10.55 Amendment No. 2 to Credit Agreement, dated March 28, 2004, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.2 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended March 28, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on May 12, 2004). Amendment No. 3 to Credit Agreement, dated March 31, 2004, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.6(d) of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended October 3, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on December 17, 2004). Amendment No. 4 to Credit Agreement, dated March 31, 2004, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.6(e) of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended October 3, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on December 17, 2004). Amendment No. 5 to Credit Agreement, effective September 30, 2004, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.6(f) of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended October 3, 2004, which was filed with the SEC on December 17, 2004). Form of Revolving Note of Starcraft Corporation to Comerica Bank, dated as of January 16, 2004 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.2 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the quarter ended December 28, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on February 11, 2004). Form of Swing-line Note of Starcraft Corporation to Comerica Bank, dated as of January 16, 2004 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.3 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the quarter ended December 28, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on February 11, 2004). Loan Agreement, made as of April 30, 2003, between Tecstar Manufacturing Canada Limited and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.8 of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on December 5, 2003). First Amendment to Loan Agreement, dated August 1, 2003, between Tecstar Manufacturing Canada, Ltd. and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.3 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended June 29, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on August 6, 2003). Promissory Note, dated as of September 26, 2002, from Starcraft Corporation to G. Ray Stults in the principal amount of $803,900 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.16 of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended September 29, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on December 24, 2002). Promissory Note, dated as of September 26, 2002, from Starcraft Corporation to Kelly L. Rose in the principal amount of $670,220 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.17 of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended September 29, 2002, which was filed with the SEC on December 24, 2002). Convertible Senior Subordinated Note Purchase Agreement, dated July 12, 2004, among Starcraft Corporation and certain purchasers named therein (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of the Current Report on Form 8-K of Starcraft Corporation filed with the SEC on July 14, 2004). License Agreement, dated September 12, 1991, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Starcraft RV, Inc. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.24 of the Registration Statement on Form S-1 of Starcraft Corporation filed with the SEC on June 3, 1993). 71 Exhibit No. Description 10.56 10.57 10.58 10.59 10.60 10.61* 10.62* 10.63* 10.64 10.65 10.66 10.67 10.68 10.69 10.70 License Agreement, dated January 18, 1991, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Starcraft Recreational Products, Ltd. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.25 of the Registration Statement on Form S-1 of Starcraft Corporation filed with the SEC on June 3, 1993). Reimbursement Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2000, between Starcraft Corporation, National Mobility Corporation, Imperial Automotive Group, Inc., Starcraft Automotive Group, Inc., Kelly L. Rose and G. Ray Stults (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.18(a) of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended October 1, 2000, which was filed with the SEC on January 23, 2001). Security Agreement, entered into as of December 12, 2000, between Starcraft Corporation, Starcraft Automotive Group, Inc., Kelly L. Rose and G. Ray Stults (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.18(b) of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended October 1, 2000, which was filed with the SEC on January 23, 2001). Real Property Mortgage (LaGrange County, Indiana) (Elkhart County, Indiana), dated as of December 12, 2000, by Starcraft Corporation, f/k/a Rokane Investment Group, Inc. in favor of Kelly L. Rose and G. Ray Stults (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.18(c) of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal year ended October 1, 2000, which was filed with the SEC on January 23, 2001). Agreement for Office Lease, dated February 15, 2003, by and between Gateway Property Development, LLC and Starcraft Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Starcraft Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended March 30, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on May 8, 2003). Employment Agreement, dated March 3, 2003, between the Registrant and Raymond W. Corbin (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.22 of the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2003, which was filed with the SEC on July 2, 2003). Employment Agreement, effective May 1, 2006, by and between the Registrant and Bradley J. Timon. Employment Agreement, dated July 12, 2005, by and between the Registrant and Kenneth R. Lombardo (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on July 18, 2005) Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated September 9, 2005, by and between Starcraft Corporation and Comerica Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended October 31, 2005 that was filed with the SEC on December 12, 2005). Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated May 19, 2006, between Tecstar Automotive Group, Inc. and Comerica Bank. Security Agreement (Securities Account), dated May 19, 2006, by and between Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Comerica and Comerica Bank. Security Agreement (Securities Account), dated May 19, 2006, by and between Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Comerica and Comerica Bank. Security Agreement, dated May 19, 2006, by and among Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc., each of its Subsidiaries, and Comerica Bank. Guaranty, dated May 19, 2006, by and among Registrant, each of its subsidiaries, and Comerica Bank. Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated May 19, 2006, by and between Tecstar Manufacturing Canada and Comerica Bank. 72 Exhibit No. Description 10.71 10.72 10.73 10.74 10.75 10.76 10.77 10.78 16.1 21.1 23.1 23.2 31.1 31.2 32.1 32.2 Security Agreement, dated May 19, 2006, by and between Tecstar Manufacturing Canada and Comerica Bank. Guarantee, dated May 19, 2006, by and between Tecstar Automotive Group, Inc. and Comerica Bank. Third Amended Credit Agreement dated June 30, 2006 (Amendment No. 1 to Credit Agreement and Waiver). Agreement, dated June 30, 2006, between Tecstar Automotive Group, Inc. and Comerica Bank. Assignment and Assumption of Option to Purchase Agreement, dated February 13, 2006, by and between Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Cartwright, LLC. (Incorporated herein by reference to Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on February 17, 2006) Form of Securities Purchase Agreement executed in connection with Registrant’s Private Placement of Securities dated June 29, 2006. Form of Registrations Rights Agreement executed in connection with Registrant’s Private Placement of Securities dated June 29, 2006. Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant issued in connection with Registrant’s Private Placement of Securities dated June 29, 2006. Letter re: Change in Certifying Accountants dated November 25, 2005. (Incorporated herein by reference to Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on November 23, 2005. Subsidiaries of the Registrant. Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm. Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm. Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Registrant pursuant to Exchange Act Rule 13a- 14(a). Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Registrant pursuant to Exchange Act Rule 13a- 14(a). Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Registrant furnished pursuant to Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(b) and 18 U.S.C. 1350. Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Registrant furnished pursuant to Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(b) and 18 U.S.C. 1350. † * Certain information in this exhibit has been omitted and filed separately with the SEC. Confidential treatment has been granted with respect to the omitted portions. The referenced exhibit is a compensatory contract, plan or arrangement. 73 [THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK] INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Page Report of McGladrey and Pullen, LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2 Report of Ernst & Young LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2004 and 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Consolidated Balance Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Consolidated Statements of Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3 F-4 F-5 F-6 F-7 F-9 Financial Statement Schedule: Schedule II—Valuation and Qualifying Accounts for the three fiscal years ended April 30, 2006 . . . F-45 F-1 REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM To the Board of Directors Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. Irvine, California We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and subsidiaries as of April 30, 2006, and the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the year ended April 30, 2006. Our audit also included the 2006 financial statement schedule of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and subsidiaries, listed in Item 15(a). These financial statements and financial statement schedule are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and schedule based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion. In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and subsidiaries at April 30, 2006, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for the year ended April 30, 2006, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Also, in our opinion, the related financial statement schedule, when considered in relation to the consolidated financial statements taken as a whole, presents fairly in all material respects the information set forth therein. We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the effectiveness of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc.’s and subsidiaries’ internal control over financial reporting as of April 30, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) and our report dated July 28, 2006 expressed an unqualified opinion on management’s assessment of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc.’s and subsidiaries’ internal control over financial reporting and an opinion that Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc.’s and subsidiaries’ had not maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of April 30, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). /s/ MCGLADREY AND PULLEN, LLP Irvine, California July 28, 2006 F-2 REPORT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM The Board of Directors and Stockholders Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries as of April 30 2005, and the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended April 30, 2005, respectively. Our audits also included the financial statement schedule listed in the index at Item 15(a) for each of the two years ended April 30, 2005. These consolidated financial statements and schedule are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements and schedule based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion. In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries at April 30, 2005, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended April 30, 2005, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Also, in our opinion, the related financial statement schedule, when considered in relation to the consolidated financial statements taken as a whole, presents fairly in all material respects the information set forth therein for each of the two years ended April 30, 2005. /s/ ERNST & YOUNG LLP Los Angeles, California June 22, 2005, except for the 9th paragraph of Note 1 as to which the date is June 13, 2006 F-3 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS Current assets: ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marketable securities held-to-maturity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounts receivable, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inventories, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tooling and engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Refundable income taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prepaids and other current assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total current assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Property and equipment, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restricted cash equivalents and marketable securities held-to-maturity . . . . . . . . Intangible assets, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Goodwill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deposits and other assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY Current liabilities: Accounts payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued payroll obligations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notes payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deferred revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Customer deposits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other accrued liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Current maturities of long-term debt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total current liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Long-term debt, net of current maturities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deferred income taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other accrued liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commitments and contingencies Minority interests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stockholders’ equity: Preferred stock, $.001 par value, 20,000,000 shares authorized; none issued and outstanding for each period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Series B common stock, $.001 par value; 2,000,000 shares authorized; 999,969 issued and outstanding for each period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Common stock, $.001 par value; 98,000,000 shares authorized; 51,735,257 issued and outstanding at April 30, 2005 and 53,774,113 issued and outstanding at April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Additional paid-in-capital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated deficit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unearned compensation—restricted stock awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) Total stockholders’ equity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2005 2006 $ 11,736,688 32,101,357 24,100,272 24,383,684 1,330,934 2,721,381 791,871 97,166,187 20,866,655 4,001,182 58,231,930 102,594,699 891,555 $283,752,208 $ 30,760,387 2,234,049 457,408 250,000 52,889 1,258,119 973,923 2,285,595 525,215 38,797,585 19,656,162 6,090,428 — — — 1,000 $ 9,012,610 — 28,785,558 34,965,750 2,511,876 38,671 1,988,634 77,303,099 23,716,716 15,000,000 59,954,867 105,593,765 740,154 $282,308,601 $ 26,881,031 2,677,661 739,996 2,225,574 796,037 804,518 6,151,754 1,252,211 9,339,212 50,867,994 33,092,568 5,885,143 401,227 468,801 — 1,000 51,735 254,680,716 (35,543,418) — 18,000 219,208,033 $283,752,208 53,774 263,020,201 (71,076,473) (216,601) (189,033) 191,592,868 $282,308,601 See accompanying notes. F-4 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS Year Ended April 30, 2004 2005 2006 Revenue: Net product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contract revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,624,021 9,495,428 $ 40,747,861 13,552,172 $172,862,517 19,819,676 Total revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28,119,449 54,300,033 192,682,193 Costs and expenses: Cost of product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Research and development Selling, general and administrative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amortization of intangibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,864,702 13,997,545 8,930,874 1,659,775 36,188,831 17,176,021 12,617,444 2,127,775 163,446,916 25,859,671 33,895,703 4,081,908 Total costs and expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37,452,896 68,110,071 227,284,198 Operating loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (9,333,447) (13,810,038) (34,602,005) Interest income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interest expense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minority interest in losses of subsidiaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other income (expense), net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Income tax benefit (provision) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 455,553 (44,593) — 27,412 (39,345) 950,865 (309,688) — 80,241 (10,170) 1,056,141 (3,033,887) 405,695 (14,185) 655,186 Net loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (8,934,420) $(13,098,790) $ (35,533,055) Net loss per share—basic and diluted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (0.33) $ (0.37) $ (0.67) Number of shares used in per share calculation—basic and diluted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,257,230 35,048,437 53,283,956 See accompanying notes. 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AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS Year Ended April 30, 2004 2005 2006 Cash flows from operating activities: Net loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities: $ (8,934,420) $(13,098,790) $(35,533,055) Depreciation and amortization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loss on disposal of property and equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Non-cash stock compensation charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deferred income taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gain on exchange rate changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minority interest in losses of subsidiaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Costs arising from termination of business combination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions: Accounts receivable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inventories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tooling and engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Refundable income taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deposits and other assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounts payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Customer deposits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other accrued liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5,213,193 17,497 16,714 — — — 126,819 (1,808) 281,133 — — (354,844) (1,200,935) — 41,105 5,554,528 18,563 — — — — — 352,475 (5,176,690) 111,841 52,829 1,646,286 4,097,442 973,923 (1,294,420) 10,503,621 223,870 108,399 (676,433) (908,313) (405,695) — (2,626,575) (4,939,541) (1,180,942) 2,144,672 (982,349) (8,061,162) 5,177,831 326,418 Net cash used in operating activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (4,795,546) (6,762,013) (36,829,254) Cash flows from investing activities: Purchases of property and equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Proceeds from sale of property and equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group, net of cash acquired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Acquisition of Regency Conversions, net of cash acquired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Acquisition of Empire Coach Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Purchases of marketable securities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maturities of marketable securities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other non-current assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1,467,429) 450 — — — (54,611,970) 1,784,403 — (1,900,381) 52,000 (9,067,024) — — (36,666,956) 53,391,984 39,605 (7,960,415) — (496,022) (2,733,669) (600,000) (17,754,554) 38,857,093 — Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (54,294,546) 5,849,228 9,312,433 Cash flows from financing activities: Payments on capital lease and other obligations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Proceeds from issuance of notes payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Payments on notes and obligations payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Borrowings (payments) on revolving credit agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Proceeds from issuance of common stock, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Proceeds from exercises of stock options and warrants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contributions from minority interest holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Additional costs related to equity offering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Effect of exchange rate changes on cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year (138,794) — — — 60,135,938 3,409,989 — (127,013) 63,280,120 — 4,190,028 11,538,873 (11,443) 250,000 (58,162) (3,506,942) — 255,019 — — (3,071,528) (7,900) (3,992,213) 15,728,901 (19,083) 1,500,000 (497,394) 22,603,997 — 451,614 387,544 — 24,426,678 366,065 (2,724,078) 11,736,688 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 15,728,901 $ 11,736,688 $ 9,012,610 Continued on following page F-7 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS—(Continued) Year Ended April 30, 2004 2005 2006 Supplemental schedule of non-cash investing and financing activity: Acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group, Regency and Empire Coach: Fair value of tangible assets acquired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Goodwill and intangibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair value of liabilities assumed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Issuance of common stock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounts payable and other liabilities for unpaid acquisition costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ — $ 52,445,578 149,294,699 (57,189,042) (134,582,328) (901,883) — — — — $ 7,851,435 8,319,066 (5,052,784) (7,564,910) 276,884 Formation of Advanced Lithium Power and Unique Performance Concepts: Fair value of tangible assets contributed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair value of intangibles contributed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair value of liabilities assumed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minority interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Issuance of warrants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . — — — — 16,714 — — — — — 40,387 476,998 (40,387) (564,542) — Supplemental disclosure information: Cash paid during the year for: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interest Income taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $44,593 39,345 $ 94,973 7,365 $ 2,751,299 21,247 See accompanying notes. F-8 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS April 30, 2006 1. Background and Basis of Presentation Background Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and Subsidiaries (collectively referred to as “Quantum” or the “Company”) provide powertrain engineering, system integration, manufacturing and assembly of packaged fuel systems and battery control systems and accessories for specialty vehicles and applications including fuel cells, hybrids, alternative fuels, hydrogen refueling, new body styles, mid-cycle vehicle product enhancements and high performance engines and drive trains for Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) and OEM dealer networks. The Company also designs, engineers and manufactures hybrid and fuel cell vehicles. Prior to July 23, 2002, the Company was a wholly-owned division of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. (“IMPCO”). On this date, IMPCO distributed the stock of the Company to stockholders of IMPCO (the “Distribution”) based on a distribution ratio of one share of the Company’s common stock for every share of IMPCO common stock outstanding on the record date. The Company’s accumulated deficit represents its operating results from the distribution date to the date of the periods presented. On March 3, 2005, the Company completed its acquisition of Tecstar Automotive Group (“TAG”), formally known as Starcraft Corporation, a Tier One second stage manufacturer that designs, engineers and integrates specialty equipment products into motor vehicle applications. On September 15, 2005, TAG acquired a 51.0% interest in Empire Coach Enterprises, LLC (“Empire Coach”), a second stage limousine manufacturer. On September 22, 2005, TAG sold substantially all the assets of its production paint facility, Tarxien Automotive Products Ltd., to Concord Coatings, Inc. in exchange for a 20.0% equity interest in Concord Coatings, cash and a promissory note. On January 18, 2006, TAG obtained a 50.1% controlling interest in Unique Performance Concepts, LLC (“UPC”), a business venture formed with Unique Performance, Inc. to manufacture limited edition high performance vehicles. On February 8, 2006, the Company acquired all of the stock of Regency Conversions, Inc. (“Regency”), a vehicle converter with extensive distribution channels for second stage vehicle manufacturing and aftermarket parts. On March 24, 2006, the Company obtained a 35.5% stake in Advanced Lithium Power Inc., a newly formed company developing lithium ion and advanced battery control systems whose primary asset is intellectual property. The Company’s authorized capital stock was amended in connection with the acquisition of TAG. The authorized capital stock at April 30, 2005 and 2006 consists of 20,000,000 shares of preferred stock, par value $0.001 per share, no shares issued and outstanding and 100,000,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.001 per share, 54,774,082 shares issued and outstanding (which includes 999,969 shares of Series B common stock). Of the 100,000,000 authorized shares of common stock, 2,000,000 are designated as Series B common stock. Common stock previously designated as Series A was eliminated under the Company’s Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation. Basis of Presentation The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary TAG for the period subsequent to the merger completed on March 3, 2005 and TAG’s wholly-owned subsidiary Regency Conversions, LLC for the period subsequent to the acquisition of Regency on February 8, 2006. The consolidated financial statements also include TAG’s wholly- owned subsidiaries Tecstar Partners, LLC, Tecstar, L.P., Tecstar Manufacturing Canada Limited, Tarxien Automotive Products Limited, Troy Tooling, LLC, Classic Design Concepts, LLC (formally known as Classic Acquisition Company, LLC), Wheel to Wheel, LLC, Wheel to Wheel Powertrain, LLC, Powertrain Integration, F-9 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) LLC, Quantum Power and Performance, LLC, a 50.1% ownership interest in Unique Performance Concepts, LLC, and a 51.0% ownership interest in Empire Coach Enterprises, LLC. The ownership position of Powertrain Integration increased from 51.0% to 100.0% effective August 31, 2005 pursuant to an Assignment of Capital Units. Also acquired in connection with the TAG merger is the operating activities of Amstar, LLC (“Amstar”) in which the Company holds an equity ownership position of 50.0%. The accounts of Advanced Lithium Power Inc. (“ALP”) have been included in the consolidated financial statements for the period since the Company obtained a 35.5% equity share of ALP on March 24, 2006 due to the controlling nature of the Company’s equity position resulting from proxy agreements between the Company and certain other shareholders of ALP. Amstar is a variable interest entity as defined by Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Interpretation No. 46 (revised December 2003), “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities, an Interpretation of ARB No. 51” (“FIN 46R”). Tecstar L.P. has a 50.0% equity position in Amstar with AM General LLC holding the remaining 50.0% equity position. Amstar’s operations are similar in nature to TAG’s primary business of second stage manufacturing for automotive applications. Tecstar L.P. acts as a guarantor for certain facility lease and other agreements of Amstar and has been determined to be Amstar’s primary beneficiary. The accounts of Amstar are consolidated by the Company as required by FIN 46R. The Company accounts for AM General’s equity position in a manner similar to minority interest (see Note 8). Concord Coatings, Inc. is a variable interest entity as defined by FIN 46R due to the fact Concord Coatings, Inc. requires additional subordinated financial support. The Company is the primary beneficiary of this entity based on the promissory note due to the Company and bank guarantees provided by the Company. The accounts of Concord Coatings, Inc. are consolidated by the Company as required by FIN 46R. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. In January 2003, the Company completed a public equity offering of an aggregate of 4,025,000 shares of its common stock at a price of $2.25 per share, which yielded net proceeds of approximately $8.0 million after underwriting discounts and commissions and offering expenses. In October 2003, the Company completed a public equity offering of an aggregate of 8,050,000 shares of common stock at a price of $8.00 per share, which yielded net proceeds of approximately $60.1 million after underwriting discounts and commissions and offering expenses. The Company has available revolving lines of credit (as amended) with a financial institution totaling $25.0 million with terms expiring in February 2009 that were assumed in connection with the acquisition of TAG. Available borrowings under the lines were $2.2 million at April 30, 2006. On June 29, 2006, the Company completed a private investment in public entity (“PIPE”) transaction which yielded proceeds of $12.5 million from the sale of 4,403,000 shares of its common stock at a price of $2.84 per share, which represented a 10% discount on the June 29, 2006 closing price of $3.15. The Company believes that its available working capital will be adequate to meet its liquidity needs for at least the next twelve months. If the Company desires additional financing to take advantage of strategic opportunities, complete product and application development, to develop facilities for commercialization and limited production of its products and systems, or to fund future operating activities, the Company believes such financing can be adequately sourced through financial institutions and public or private offerings of equity or debt securities. Although the Company believes those requirements can be adequately sourced, the Company cannot assure you that such additional sources of financing will be available on acceptable terms, if at all. The Company has also agreed that, subject to limited exceptions, that it will not issue any stock in a private placement transaction without the prior written consent of General Motors. Restatement of April 30, 2005 Consolidated Balance Sheet On June 14, 2006, the Company issued an amended annual report on Form 10-K/A for the year ended April 30, 2005, originally filed on July 5, 2005. The amended annual report was filed to reflect the revision of the F-10 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Company’s accounting for the allocation of consideration between goodwill and customer related intangible assets and the associated adjustment to deferred tax liabilities in connection with the acquisition of TAG on the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheet and related disclosures as of April 30, 2005. 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Use of Estimates in the Preparation of Consolidated Financial Statements The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. These estimates include assessing the collectability of accounts receivable, estimates of contract costs and percentage of completion, the use and recoverability of inventory, the carrying amounts, fair value and potential impairment of long-lived assets and goodwill, the realization of deferred taxes, useful lives for depreciation/ amortization periods of tangible and intangible assets and provisions for warranty claims, among others. The markets for the Company’s products are characterized by competition, technological development and new product introduction, all of which could impact the future realizability of the Company’s assets. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Revenue Recognition The Company generally manufactures products based on specific orders from customers. Revenue is recognized on product sales upon shipment or when the earnings process is complete and collectibility is reasonably assured. For product sales in connection with certain second stage manufacturing, consisting of assembly and integration of fuel systems and specialty equipment products into motor vehicle applications, revenue is recognized upon completion of the integration activities when the vehicles are ready to be delivered to our customers in accordance with contract terms. The Company includes the costs of shipping and handling, when incurred, in cost of goods sold. Contract revenue for customer funded research and development is principally recognized by the percentage of completion method in accordance with Statement of Position No. 81-1, “Accounting for Performance of Construction-Type and Certain Production-Type Contracts.” Generally, the Company estimates percentage complete by determining cost incurred to date as a percentage of total estimated cost at completion. For certain other contracts, percentage complete is determined by measuring progress towards contract deliverables if it is determined that this methodology more closely tracks the realization of the earnings process. For contracts measured under the estimated cost approach, the Company believes it can generally make dependable estimates of the revenue and costs applicable to various stages of a contract. Recognized revenue and profit are subject to revisions as the contract progresses to completion. The Company’s estimates of contract costs are based on expectations of engineering development time and materials and other support costs. These estimates can change based on unforeseen technology and integration issues, but known risk factors and contract challenges are generally allowed for in the initial scope and cost estimate of the program. Revisions in profit estimates are charged to income in the period in which the facts that give rise to the revision become known. Research and Development Costs Research and development costs are charged to expense as incurred. Equipment used in research and development with alternative future uses is capitalized and only the current period depreciation is charged to research and development. F-11 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Cash and Cash Equivalents All highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less when purchased are considered to be cash equivalents. Accounts receivable The Company sells to customers using credit terms customary in its industry. Credit is extended to customers based on an evaluation of the customer’s financial condition, and when credit is extended, collateral is generally not required. Interest is not normally charged on receivables. Management establishes an allowance for potential losses on its accounts receivable based on historical loss experience and current economic conditions. Accounts receivable are charged off to the allowance when management determines the account is uncollectible. Marketable Securities The Company accounts for its investments in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 115, “Accounting for Certain Investments in Debt and Equity Securities.” SFAS No. 115 requires that all applicable investments be classified as trading securities, available-for-sale securities or held-to-maturity securities. Marketable securities are classified as held-to–maturity when the Company has the positive intent and ability to hold the securities to maturity. Management has determined that all of its investments are being held-to-maturity. Held-to-maturity securities are stated at amortized cost. The amortized cost of securities is adjusted for amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts to maturity. Such amortization is included in interest income. Financial Instruments and Concentration of Credit Risk The estimated fair values of cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and accrued expenses approximate their carrying values because of the short-term maturity of these instruments. Long-term debt, as summarized in Note 11, was acquired in connection with the acquisition of TAG and is either tied to variable interest rate structures and/or approximates fair values consistent with the nature of the debt instrument involved. The fair values of marketable securities held-to-maturity, as summarized in Note 5, are based primarily on quoted prices for those or similar instruments. Financial instruments, which potentially subject the Company to concentrations of credit risk, consist principally of marketable securities, trade receivables and long-term debt. The Company conducts a major portion of its business with a limited number of customers. For the past three years and for the foreseeable future, General Motors (including subsidiaries of General Motors) represent a significant portion of the Company’s sales and outstanding accounts receivable. Toyota Motor Corporation (“Toyota”) also represents a significant portion of the Company’s sales. Credit is extended based upon an evaluation of each customer’s financial condition, with terms consistent with those present throughout the industry. Typically, the Company does not require collateral from customers. The Company may use derivative financial instruments for the purpose of reducing its exposure to adverse fluctuations in interest and foreign exchange rates. While these hedging instruments could be subject to fluctuations in value, such fluctuations are generally offset by the value of the underlying exposures being hedged. The Company has not had any derivative financial instruments for any of the periods reported. The Company is not a party to leveraged derivatives and does not hold or issue financial instruments for speculative purposes. F-12 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Inventories Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or market. Cost is determined by the first-in, first-out (“FIFO”) method for all inventories. Market is determined by replacement cost for raw materials and parts and net realizable value for work-in-process and finished goods. The Company’s business is subject to the risk of technological and design changes. The Company provides for obsolete or slow-moving inventory based on management’s analysis of inventory levels and future sales forecasts at the end of each accounting period. Consigned Inventories The Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Regency, obtains vehicle chassis for its specialized vehicle products directly from OEMs under converter pool agreements. Chassis are obtained from the OEMs based on orders from customers, and to a lesser extent, for unallocated orders. Although each OEM agreement has different terms and conditions, the agreements generally provide that the OEM will provide a supply of chassis to be maintained from time to time at Regency’s facility under the conditions that Regency will store such chassis and will not move, sell or otherwise dispose of such chassis, except under the terms of the agreement. The OEM does not transfer the certificate of origin to Regency and, accordingly, Regency accounts for the chassis as consigned inventory belonging to the OEM. Under these agreements, Regency is required to pay a finance charge on the chassis inventory equal to a fixed rate of zero to 2.0% for the first 90 days and a variable rate of prime plus 1.0% for days 91 and thereafter. The finance charges incurred on consigned chassis inventory, included in interest expense in the consolidated statement of income, aggregated $346,000 for the period from the date of acquisition of Regency on February 8, 2006 to April 30, 2006. Chassis inventory, accounted for as consigned inventory to Regency by the OEMs, aggregated approximately $24.3 million at April 30, 2006. Typically, chassis are converted and delivered to the customers within 90 days of the receipt of the chassis by Regency. Tooling and Engineering Projects Tooling and engineering projects represent costs, less amounts billed, incurred by the Company in the development of tooling and engineering services provided by the Company for second-stage vehicle development programs. The Company receives a specific purchase order for these tooling and engineering projects and is generally reimbursed by the customer within terms customary in its industry. The Company also defers tooling and engineering project costs in anticipation of a specific vehicle development program in accordance with Statement of Position 81-1 “Accounting for Performance of Construction-Type and Certain Production-Type Contracts.” The costs generally consist of engineering, design and the purchase of materials and supplies for the assembly of vehicles and costs incurred for assets to be used in connection with a specific second stage program. Costs are deferred until reimbursed by the customer and costs are subject to evaluation of their probable recoverability. Forecasted losses on incomplete projects are recognized currently. Property and Equipment Property and equipment are stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed principally by the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The Company is depreciating buildings over periods of 15-50 years, tooling, dies and molds over 6 years, plant machinery and equipment over 7 years, information systems and office equipment over periods of 3 to 12 years, and automobiles and trucks over 5 years. Amortization of leasehold improvements and equipment financed under borrowing facilities is provided using the straight-line method over the shorter of the assets’ estimated useful lives or the lease terms. Major renewals and improvements are capitalized and minor replacements, maintenance and repairs are charged to current operations as incurred. Upon retirement or disposal of assets, the cost and related accumulated depreciation are removed from the balance sheets and any gain or loss is reflected in the statements of operations. F-13 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets The issuance of shares related to the Company’s strategic alliance with General Motors has been recorded at the estimated fair market value on the date of the Distribution, in accordance with SFAS No. 123, “Accounting for Stock Based Compensation,” and Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) 96-18, “Accounting for Equity Instruments that are Issued to Other than Employees for Acquiring, or in Conjunction with Selling Goods or Services.” The intangible asset was recorded in accordance with the consensus reached by the EITF during their November 2001 meeting with respect to EITF 00-18, “Accounting Recognition for Certain Transactions involving Equity Instruments Granted to Other than Employees.” The intangible asset is carried at cost less accumulated amortization. The Company is amortizing the intangible asset, subject to periodic evaluations for impairment, over the ten-year term of the Corporate Alliance Agreement with General Motors (see Note 3 and Note 10). In connection with the Company’s strategic alliance with General Motors, the Company’s acquisitions of TAG and Regency, and the formation of business ventures Unique Performance Concepts and ALP, certain intangible assets, as defined by SFAS No. 142, “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets,” were identified that are subject to amortization over periods ranging from 29 months to 360 months. These intangible assets arise from contractual or other legal rights and include TAG’s customer related intangibles and existing technologies and Regency’s dealer network and trade names. Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of net assets acquired in our acquisitions of TAG, Regency and Empire Coach (see Note 4 and Note 10). In accordance with SFAS No. 142, goodwill is not amortized and is assessed annually for impairment (as of February 1). Warranty Costs The Company follows the policy of accruing an estimated liability for warranties at the time the warranted products are sold. Warranty is provided for terms similar to those offered by the OEM to its customers. Estimates are based, in part, on historical experience. Impairment of Long-Lived Assets In accordance with SFAS No. 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-lived Assets,” impairment losses are recorded on long-lived assets used in operations when an indicator of impairment (significant decrease in market value of an asset, significant change in extent or manner in which the asset is used or significant physical change to the asset) is present and the undiscounted cash flows estimated to be generated by those assets are less than the assets’ carrying amount. Income Taxes The asset and liability approach is used to recognize deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the carrying amounts and the tax bases of assets and liabilities. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on the differences between financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws that will be in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. In accordance with SFAS No. 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes,” the Company has established a partial valuation allowance for its deferred tax assets since based on current evidence, it is more likely than not that the assets will be fully realized. F-14 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Stock-Based Compensation In April 2003, the Company adopted SFAS No. 148, “Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation— Transition and Disclosure,” which amends SFAS No. 123, “Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation.” SFAS No. 148 provides alternative methods of transition for a voluntary change to the fair value based method of accounting for stock-based compensation. In addition, SFAS No. 148 amends the disclosure requirements of SFAS No. 123 to require more prominent and more frequent disclosures in financial statements of the effects of stock-based compensation. The Company elected to continue to account for stock-based compensation plans using the intrinsic value-based method of accounting prescribed by Accounting Principles Board Opinion (“APB”) No. 25, “Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees” and related interpretations. No compensation expense is recorded under APB No. 25 because the exercise price of the Company’s employee common stock options equals the market price of the underlying common stock on the grant date. If the Company had elected to recognize compensation cost based on the estimated fair value of the options granted at the grant date as prescribed by SFAS No. 148, net loss and loss per share would have been increased to the pro forma amounts shown below: Year Ended April 30 2004 2005 2006 Net loss, as reported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (8,934,420) $(13,098,790) $(35,533,055) Deduct: Total stock-based employee compensation expense determined under the fair value based method for all awards, net of related tax effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2,079,000) (3,089,000) (5,094,000) Pro forma net loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $(11,013,420) $(16,187,790) $(40,627,055) Net loss per share, as reported—basic and diluted . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net loss per share, as adjusted—basic and diluted . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ $ (0.33) $ (0.37) $ (0.40) $ (0.46) $ (0.67) (0.76) Number of shares used in the calculation of pro forma per share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,257,230 35,048,437 53,283,956 The estimated fair value of the options is amortized to expense over the options’ vesting period for pro forma disclosures. The fair value of these options was determined at the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with the following weighted-average assumptions: Expected dividend yield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Calculated volatility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Risk-free interest rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Expected life of the option in years . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Year Ended April 30 2004 2005 2006 0% 0% 0% 0.974 1.005 3.00% 3.34% 4.98% 6.98 7.16 0.844 6.57 The FASB has also issued Interpretation No. 44, “Accounting for Certain Transactions Involving Stock Compensation.” The Interpretation addresses implementation practice issues in accounting for compensation costs under existing rules prescribed by APB No. 25. The rules are applied prospectively to all new awards, modifications to outstanding awards and changes in grantee status after July 1, 2000, with certain exceptions. The Company considers the impact of these rules when adopting new stock option plans and when granting or modifying any options. F-15 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) In December 2004, FASB issued SFAS No. 123 (revised 2004), “Share-Based Payment.” SFAS No. 123R is a revision of SFAS No. 123, supersedes APB No. 25 and amends SFAS No. 95, “Statement of Cash Flows.” In April 2005, FASB delayed the initial adoption of SFAS No. 123R to annual periods that begin after June 15, 2005. As such, the Company will adopt the provisions of SFAS No. 123R effective May 1, 2006. The Company will adopt the provisions of SFAS No. 123R using the modified prospective application methodology and does not expect to incur a charge upon adoption. The modified prospective adoption applies to new awards and to awards modified, repurchased, or cancelled after the adoption date. Additionally, compensation cost for the portion of awards previously granted will be recognized on a straight line basis over the remaining vesting periods. The Company has determined that it will use the Black-Scholes option-pricing model and believes this method will be the most appropriate to estimate fair value of stock-based compensation upon adoption of SFAS No. 123R. The Company anticipates that fair value estimates will be consistent with pro forma disclosures reported above; however, if there are any modifications or cancellations of the unvested awards previously granted, the Company may be required to accelerate, increase or cancel any remaining unearned stock-based compensation expense. To the extent that the Company grants additional equity securities to employees or assumes unvested securities in connection with any acquisitions, the Company’s stock-based compensation expense will be increased by the additional unearned compensation resulting from those additional grants or acquisitions. The Company anticipates that it will grant additional employee stock options in fiscal 2007 as part of its regular annual compensation program. The impact of these grants cannot be predicted at this time because it will depend on the number of share-based payments granted as part of the compensation program and the then current fair values. The aggregate fair value of unvested outstanding options as of April 30, 2006 is $12.7 million. Segment Information The Company separately discloses its principal operations in accordance with SFAS No. 131, “Disclosure about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information.” The Company classifies its business operations into three segments: Quantum Fuel Systems, Tecstar Automotive Group and Corporate. Comprehensive Income Other comprehensive income refers to revenues, expenses, gains and losses that under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles are included in comprehensive income but are excluded from net income as these amounts are recorded directly as an adjustment to stockholders’ equity. The Company’s other comprehensive income consists of foreign currency translation adjustments. Translation of Foreign Currency Assets and liabilities of Tecstar Canada are translated at rates of exchange in effect at the close of the fiscal year. Revenues and expenses are translated at the average rates of exchange for the period. Translation gains and losses are accumulated within other comprehensive income as a separate component of stockholders’ equity. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses (transactions denominated in a currency other than Tecstar Canada’s local currency) are included in selling, general and administrative expenses, and net foreign currency transaction losses aggregated $0.1 million for the approximately two month period ended April 30, 2005 subsequent to the TAG acquisition and currency transaction gains aggregated $0.9 million for the year ended April 30, 2006. Reclassification Certain reclassifications have been made to fiscal year 2004 and 2005 amounts to conform to the fiscal year 2006 presentation. F-16 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Other Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements In November 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No. 151, “Inventory Cost.” SFAS No. 151 amends the guidance in Accounting Research Bulletin No. 43, Chapter 4, “Inventory Pricing,” to clarify the accounting for abnormal amounts of idle facility expense, freight, handling costs, and wasted material (scrap). SFAS No. 151 requires that those items be recognized as current-period charges. In addition, this Statement requires that the allocation of fixed production overheads to the costs of conversion be based on the normal capacity of the production facilities. The provisions of SFAS No. 151 are effective for inventory costs incurred in fiscal years beginning after June 15, 2005. As such, the Company plans to adopt these provisions for the annual reporting period beginning May 1, 2006. The Company is currently evaluating the impact that SFAS No. 151 will have on its financial statements. In June 2006, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109,” (“FIN 48”). FIN 48 clarifies the accounting for uncertainties in income taxes recognized in an enterprise’s financial statements. The Interpretation requires that the Company determine whether it is more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination by the appropriate taxing authority. If a tax position meets the more likely than not recognition criteria, FIN 48 requires the tax position be measured at the largest amount of benefit greater than 50 percent likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement. This accounting standard is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2006. The effect, if any, of adopting FIN 48 on the Company’s financial position and results of operations has not been finalized. 3. Strategic Relationships and Related Party Transactions Agreements with IMPCO In connection with the 2002 spin-off of the Company from IMPCO, the Company and IMPCO executed a Contribution and Distribution Agreement, and certain related agreements. This distribution agreement along with the Strategic Alliance Agreement, are still active as of April 30, 2006. Contribution and Distribution Agreement Under the Contribution and Distribution Agreement, IMPCO has retained rights to use, on a royalty-free basis, the existing technology for the Company’s TriShield tanks, and to manufacture tanks using such technology, in certain markets, which include the automotive aftermarket, bus and truck aftermarket, the industrial aftermarket for vehicles with internal combustion engines, and the bus and truck and industrial OEM markets for vehicles with internal combustion engines. Subject to the non-competition restrictions discussed above, the Company will be free to commercialize its TriShield tanks in other markets, including the worldwide OEM market for Class 1 through 5 vehicles which are powered by fuel cell applications on an exclusive basis, the OEM market in the United States and Canada for Class 1 through 5 vehicles with internal combustion engines (other than diesel vehicles) on an exclusive basis and in all other countries on a non-exclusive basis, the worldwide OEM market in the United States and Canada for Class 6 vehicles on a non-exclusive basis, the worldwide market for components, systems and subsystems for fuel cell applications on an exclusive basis, the worldwide industrial OEM market for vehicles powered by fuel cell applications on an exclusive basis, and the worldwide industrial aftermarket for vehicles powered by fuel cell applications on an exclusive basis. Each party has a right to use the modifications and improvements made by the other party to such TriShield technology, if any, on a royalty-bearing basis at reasonable commercial rates in the designated market for such party. These rights will last for a minimum period of five years from the date of the Distribution, which ends July 23, 2007. F-17 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Strategic Alliance Agreement The Company entered into a Strategic Alliance Agreement with IMPCO pursuant to which it will work with IMPCO in identifying and conducting research and development programs of mutual interest. As part of such research and development activities, the Company may develop, solely or jointly with IMPCO, technology that is owned solely by the Company or jointly with IMPCO. The other purpose of this relationship is to provide IMPCO access to the Company’s advanced technologies, including the CNG storage tanks, fuel injectors, in-tank regulators and other products for use in automotive, bus and truck and industrial aftermarket applications and in the bus and truck and industrial OEM markets. PowerTrain Integration The Company also had a relationship with IMPCO during fiscal year 2005 and fiscal year 2006 through the venture PowerTrain Integration, LLC. The venture was formed on July 13, 2004 between the Company and IMPCO and provides powertrain integration, engineering and production capabilities for low-volume, on-highway vehicle applications to OEMs. The Company’s ownership position of Powertrain Integration increased from its original 51.0% to 100.0% effective August 31, 2005 pursuant to an Assignment of Capital Units. The Company did not expend monetary or other compensation for the assignment of capital units in Powertrain Integration as the entity was in the infancy of its start up and had recorded only nominal activity to the date of the assignment. The former minority partner does not have any remaining involvement in the entity. PowerTrain Integration also has certain distribution rights to General Motors’ engines through an agreement with General Motors. Agreements with General Motors The Company has entered into a strategic alliance with General Motors regarding the development of fuel systems for fuel cell applications. Under the terms of the strategic alliance, General Motors acquired shares of stock originally representing 19.9% of the Company’s issued and outstanding capital stock following the Distribution. As a result of subsequent issuances of capital stock via public offerings, stock options exercises and in connection with the acquisitions of TAG and Regency, General Motors ownership has declined to approximately 8.2% of the Company’s issued and outstanding common stock as of April 30, 2006. The Company entered into the agreements described below with General Motors in connection with the alliance. The following description is a summary of the terms of the referenced agreements. Corporate Alliance Agreement The Corporate Alliance Agreement between the Company and General Motors serves to formalize the two companies’ agreement to work together to advance and commercialize, on a global basis, fuel cell systems and the market for fuel cells to be used in transportation, mobile, stationary and portable applications. The Corporate Alliance Agreement became effective upon the Distribution and has a term of ten years, which ends on July 23, 2012. The agreement provides that: • General Motors is obligated to actively support, endorse and recommend the Company to its customer base; • General Motors will assist and provide guidance with respect to the Company’s directed research and development of fuel cell applications; • The Company will appoint one individual nominated by General Motors to the board of directors prior to or promptly after the Distribution, and thereafter during the term of the agreement the Company will F-18 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) continue to nominate one individual designated by General Motors to the proposed slate of directors to be presented to the stockholders as necessary for General Motors to retain one seat on the board of directors; • General Motors will be entitled to appoint an “ex-officio” board member with non-voting capacity during the term of the agreement; • The Company committed to spend $4.0 million annually for specific research and development projects directed by General Motors to speed the commercialization of the Company’s fuel cell related products; and • Beginning July 24, 2005 for non-automotive applications and July 24, 2008 for automotive applications, the Company is obligated to provide revenue sharing payments to General Motors based on a percentage of gross revenue derived from sales of applications developed under the strategic alliance. The revenue sharing payments will equal 5% of applicable gross revenue through July 23, 2015, 4% for the ten-year period ending July 23, 2025, 3% for the ten-year period ending July 23, 2035, and 2% for the ten-year period ending July 23, 2045. On July 23, 2045, the Company will also be obligated to provide a final revenue sharing payment to General Motors equal to the present value of future revenue sharing payments that would otherwise be payable to General Motors on an annual basis assuming an income stream to General Motors of 2% of the Company’s gross revenues in perpetuity. As outlined above, the Company has committed to spend $4.0 million annually for specific research and development projects directed by General Motors to speed the commercialization of fuel cell related products. Since this commitment was waived or partially waived by General Motors for calendar years 2002 through 2005, the Company anticipates that this commitment will be waived or partially waived in the future. The Company and General Motors agreed upon a Directed Research and Development Statement of Work that covered the period from May 15, 2004 though May 14, 2005. The statement of work outlined specific tasks for the advancement of compressed fuel storage technologies enabling improved performance. Total spending under the statement of work approximated $1.8 million and was funded under the Quantum Fuel Systems segment. The Company and General Motors have continued to jointly work on research and development projects since the May 14, 2005 expiration of the statement of work arrangement. During fiscal 2006, total spending on directed research and development projects with General Motors approximated $0.6 million. Each party retains the ownership of its existing technology and will jointly own technology that is created under the alliance. The Company has the opportunity to use jointly created technologies in certain aspects of its business but will be required to share revenue with General Motors on fuel cell system-related products that are sold to General Motors or third parties. Under the agreement, General Motors has a right of first refusal in the event that the Company proposes to sell, or otherwise transfer its fuel cell-related intellectual property contemplated under the Corporate Alliance Agreement. In the event that the Company decides to discontinue operations or is deemed insolvent, General Motors has the right to purchase the intellectual property contemplated under the Corporate Alliance Agreement at a price to be determined by an independent appraisal firm approved by both the Company and General Motors. Through April 30, 2006, no revenue sharing payments have been applicable or recognized under the Corporate Alliance Agreement. Stock Transfer Agreement The Company entered into a Stock Transfer Agreement pursuant to which it agreed to issue to General Motors shares of Series A common stock representing 19.9% (since diluted to 8.2% as of April 30, 2006) of the Company’s total issued and outstanding capital stock after the Distribution. The Company issued the Series A common stock immediately following the Distribution. The Series A common stock automatically converted into F-19 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) common stock upon the closing of the Company’s public offering of common stock in January 2003. The Company also issued to General Motors an aggregate of 999,969 shares of its non-voting Series B common stock upon the completion of the Company’s January 2003 public equity offering. The Company also agreed that, subject to limited exceptions, it would not issue any stock in a private placement transaction without the prior written consent of General Motors. Registration Rights Agreement General Motors has “piggyback” registration rights. If the Company proposes to register any of its equity securities under the Securities Act, other than pursuant to the demand registration rights described above or certain excluded registrations, General Motors may require the Company to include all or a portion of its registrable securities in the registration and in any related underwriting. Further, if the Company is eligible to effect a registration on Form S-3, General Motors may demand that the Company file a registration statement on Form S-3 covering all or a portion of General Motors’ registrable securities, provided that the registration has an aggregate offering price of at least $10 million. The Company will not be required to effect more than two such registrations in any twelve month period. In general, the Company will bear all fees, costs and expenses of such registrations, other than underwriting discounts and commissions. The Company also agreed to take such reasonable actions as are necessary to make Rule 144 available to General Motors for the resale of its registrable securities without registration under the Securities Act. Master Technical Development Agreement Under the terms of the Master Technical Development Agreement with General Motors, the Company has agreed to work with General Motors to facilitate the integration, interface, and optimization of General Motors’ fuel cell systems with Quantum’s gaseous fuel storage and handling modules. To that end, the agreement provides for the establishment of joint Quantum/General Motors technical teams to implement statements of work with respect to the development of fuel cell applications. In addition, the agreement provides that both the Company and General Motors will license their fuel cell-related technologies to each other for the purpose of developing, manufacturing and selling the fuel cell applications developed under the strategic alliance. Agreement with Cartwright On February 13, 2006, the Company entered into an Assignment and Assumption of Option to Purchase Agreement (“Assignment Agreement”) with Cartwright, LLC (“Cartwright”). Cartwright is owned by the Company’s chief executive officer, chief operating officer, chairman of the board and a party unrelated to the Company. Under the Assignment Agreement, the Company assigned to Cartwright for nominal consideration all of its rights and obligations under a certain Option to Purchase Agreement (“Option”). Under the Option, the Company had the right to purchase the real property located in Irvine, California that is leased by the Company for use as its principal executive offices. On March 3, 2006, the Option was exercised by Cartwright. Except for the Company’s waiver of its right of first refusal to purchase the real estate, the lease terms were unchanged by the assignment to and exercise of the Option by Cartwright. The Company’s lease is scheduled to expire in August 2009 and includes an option to extend the term of the lease for five years. Total payments under the lease agreement by the Company to Cartwright for the period March 3, 2006 to April 30, 2006 was $50,470. 4. Acquisitions Tecstar Automotive Group (TAG) On March 3, 2005, the Company acquired all of the outstanding shares of stock of TAG pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger as of November 23, 2004 (the “TAG Merger Agreement”) in a transaction F-20 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) accounted for as a purchase in accordance with SFAS No. 141, “Business Combinations.” Pursuant to the TAG Merger Agreement, each share of TAG common stock that was outstanding at the effective time of the merger was converted into the right to receive 2.341 shares of Quantum common stock. The total number of Quantum shares issued in connection with the merger was approximately 21.0 million shares and represented approximately 40% of the total number of Quantum shares outstanding immediately following the completion of the merger. TAG is a Tier One second stage manufacturer that designs, engineers and integrates specialty equipment products into motor vehicle applications, primarily pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles of General Motors. In addition, TAG manufactures and distributes aftermarket automotive parts and products to wholesale and retail customers, and provides engineering development services to customers in the automotive industry. The long-term indebtedness of TAG remained outstanding following the merger, including TAG’s 8.5% unsecured senior subordinated convertible promissory notes due July 1, 2009 in the aggregate principal amount of $15.0 million and approximately $8.8 million in other indebtedness. In connection with the merger, the Company assumed the obligation to issue its common stock upon conversion of TAG Convertible Notes at a conversion price of $5.77 per dollar of debt converted. Under the purchase method of accounting, the total consideration for the transaction was $145.9 million and consisted of the exchange of TAG shares for the Company’s common stock valued at $134.6 million, cash payments for TAG stock options and directors’ shares of $7.2 million, direct transaction fees and expenses of $3.3 million, and a separation agreement with TAG’s chairman of the board valued at $0.8 million. The value assigned for the exchange of TAG shares for the Company’s common stock was based on the weighted average price of $6.41 of Quantum’s common stock as reported on The Nasdaq National Market for the two day period before and after the date the merger was announced (November 23, 2004). The long-term indebtedness of TAG remained outstanding following the merger, including TAG’s 8.5% unsecured senior subordinated convertible promissory notes due July 1, 2009 in the aggregate principal amount of $15.0 million and approximately $8.4 million in other indebtedness. In connection with the merger, the Company assumed the obligation to issue its common stock upon conversion of the TAG Convertible Notes at a conversion price of $5.77. The Company has determined that the convertible notes are conventionally convertible and accordingly, there is no separate accounting for the conversion factor. The Company finalized its allocation of purchase consideration during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006. The final allocation includes $102.1 million allocated to goodwill and $46.7 million allocated to intangible assets consisting of TAG’s contractual relationship with General Motors and acquired intellectual property. The final amount allocated to goodwill decreased slightly from the original estimate of $102.6 reported as of April 30, 2005 primarily as a result of changes in estimates for income tax matters. The goodwill is not deductible for tax purposes. A deferred tax liability arises due to temporary differences in the intangible asset bases for tax and book purposes. The impact of the temporary differences in the Company’s consolidated income taxes resulted in a net deferred tax liability of $6.1 million recorded in connection with the acquisition (declining to $5.4 million as of April 30, 2006). F-21 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) The components of the purchase price allocation of the acquired business of TAG based upon management’s estimates and management’s consideration of evaluations of independent valuation consultants at the date of the acquisition is as follows: Allocation of Purchase Consideration Allocation to Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed: Tangible assets acquired at fair value: Cash & cash equivalents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounts receivable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inventories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tooling and engineering projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recoverable income taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other current assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Property and equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other non-current assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Liabilities assumed at fair value: Accounts payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued payroll obligations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other accrued liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Long-term debt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deferred income taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 1,225,698 18,562,513 13,434,998 2,029,025 2,150,445 1,705,341 13,120,504 818,987 53,047,511 (23,266,771) (1,254,954) (232,500) (415,555) (1,716,910) (23,757,924) (6,090,428) (56,735,042) Net liabilities assumed at fair value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (3,687,531) Net assets of Starcraft Parts Business disposed of in connection with merger . . . . . . . . 779,361 Specifically identifiable intangible assets acquired at fair value: Customer contracts and customer relationship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Existing technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44,600,000 2,100,000 Goodwill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102,118,601 Total allocation of consideration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $145,910,431 Regency Conversions, Inc. On February 8, 2006, the Company acquired all of the outstanding shares of stock of Texas based Regency Conversions, Inc. in exchange for $3.3 million in cash and 1,815,000 shares of the Company’s common stock pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger in a transaction accounted for as a purchase under SFAS 141. Regency is a vehicle converter and is expected to supplement the Company’s second stage vehicle manufacturing and aftermarket parts business by offering additional distribution channels directly to automotive dealers, and significantly broaden the Company’s customer base beyond OEMs. In addition, the Company’s manufacturing and engineering expertise is anticipated to allow Regency to improve its product offerings and enter new vehicle markets. Regency’s unaudited revenues for calendar year 2005 were reported in excess of $40 million. F-22 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Under the purchase method of accounting, the total estimated consideration for the transaction was $11.2 million and consisted of a cash payment of $3.3 million, the issuance of the Company’s common stock valued at $7.8 million, and direct transaction fees and expenses of $0.1 million. As a result, the Company recorded $2.9 million in goodwill and assigned $5.3 million to intangible assets, consisting of Regency’s dealer network and trade names. The goodwill is not deductible for tax purposes. The value assigned for the Company’s common stock exchanged in the merger was based on the weighted average price of $4.31 of Quantum’s common stock as reported on The Nasdaq National Market for the two day period before and after the date the acquisition was announced (February 10, 2006). The Company’s common stock was issued in a private placement exempt from registration under applicable provisions of the Securities Act of 1933 and Texas securities laws. Accordingly, the common stock is considered restricted securities as defined in Rule 144 under the Securities Act of 1933 and the shareholders cannot sell the securities prior to registration. The restricted shareholders received registration rights in connection with the merger that provide, under applicable circumstances, that the non-registered shares can be included in connection with future registration statements of the Company. The Company is responsible for all costs and expenses related to the registration of the restricted shares. The Company has not yet obtained all information related to the acquisition, primarily related to estimates of fair value of dealer network and trade name intangibles, inventory and warranty reserves, other accrued expenses and completing income tax returns as of the acquisition date and settling incremental transaction costs. The final allocation will be completed in fiscal 2007. The components of the purchase price allocation of the acquired business of Regency based upon management’s estimates and management’s consideration of evaluations of independent valuation consultants at the date of the acquisition is as follows: Allocation of Purchase Consideration Allocation to Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed: Tangible assets acquired at fair value: Cash & cash equivalents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounts receivable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inventories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Property and equipment Liabilities assumed at fair value: Accounts payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued payroll obligations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Note payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other accrued liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deferred income taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 571,331 1,866,878 5,293,896 1,026,308 8,758,413 (4,061,614) (247,727) (479,282) (350,000) (169,991) (471,148) (5,779,762) Net tangible assets acquired at fair value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,978,651 Specifically identifiable intangible assets acquired at fair value: Dealer network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trade names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Goodwill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,280,000 1,040,000 2,876,259 Total allocation of consideration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,174,910 F-23 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Empire Coach Enterprises In September 2005, TAG and a minority interest partner formed Empire Coach Enterprises, LLC, for the purpose of acquiring the operations of Empire Coach, Inc., a second stage limousine manufacturer. TAG received a 51.0% controlling interest in the new business venture for no consideration and subsequently contributed $600,000 in cash. The new LLC used the cash contribution to acquire the operations of Empire Coach, Inc. pursuant to an Asset Purchase Agreement dated September 15, 2005. The Company has accounted for the transaction as a purchase under SFAS 141 and allocated $598,905 to goodwill, $288,117 to the fair value of tangible assets acquired and $287,022 to the fair value of liabilities assumed. Pro Forma Data The operating results of TAG and Regency have been included in the Company’s consolidated financial statements from the date of the acquisitions on March 3, 2005 and February 8, 2006, respectively. The pro forma financial data set forth below gives effect to the Company’s mergers with TAG and Regency as if the acquisitions had been completed on May 1, 2003 and May 1, 2004, respectively. The pro forma financial data includes adjustments to eliminate the operating revenues and expenses associated with TAG’s kit and parts business that was transferred to the outgoing chairman of TAG, incremental changes in amortization expense resulting from fair value adjustments to TAG’s amortizable intangible assets, reversal of impairment to goodwill in connection with TAG’s January 2004 merger with Wheel to Wheel, Inc., utilization of allowable net operating loss carry forwards of the Company to reduce income tax expense, and an increase in the number of shares used in per share calculations as a result of shares issued in connection with the TAG and Regency transactions. The pro forma financial data excludes those adjustments made to allocate the purchase consideration to TAG’s and Regency’s assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their estimated fair value at the date of acquisition. The acquisition of Empire Coach has been excluded from the pro forma data as this business is not significant. Year Ended April 30, 2004 Year Ended April 30, 2005 Year Ended April 30, 2006 As Reported Pro Forma (unaudited) As Reported Pro Forma (unaudited) As Reported Pro Forma (unaudited) (in thousands, except per share amounts ) Net revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating income (loss) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net income (loss) applicable to common $28,119 $ (9,333) $ $210,678 3,490 $226,893 $ 54,300 $(13,810) $ (19,521) $ (34,602) $ (34,553) $255,517 $192,682 stock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (8,934) $ 3,971 $(13,099) $ (20,495) $ (35,533) $ (36,327) Net Income (loss) per share: Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diluted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (0.33) $ $ (0.33) $ 0.08 0.08 $ $ (0.37) $ (0.37) $ (0.38) $ (0.38) $ (0.67) $ (0.67) $ (0.66) (0.66) Number of shares: Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diluted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,257 27,257 48,253 51,206 35,048 35,048 54,360 54,360 53,284 53,284 54,645 54,645 The pro forma financial information is presented for informational purposes only and is not indicative of what the actual consolidated results of operations might have been had the TAG transaction occurred on May 1, 2003 and the Regency acquisition occurred on May 1, 2004. Included in the pro forma results for fiscal 2005 were non-recurring expenses related to the TAG merger of $1.5 million. F-24 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) 5. Restricted Cash Equivalents and Marketable Securities The Company has collateralized its portfolio of marketable securities held-to-maturity in connection with TAG’s long-term revolving credit facility pursuant to recent amendments executed with the Company’s financial institution on May 19, 2006 and June 30, 2006 (see Note 11). The Company expects to maintain a level of $15.0 million in collateralized marketable securities under the revolving credit facility during fiscal 2007. In light of the restricted nature of the pledged collateral, marketable securities held-to-maturity with maturity dates ranging from May 2006 to October 2007 were classified as non-current assets and consisted of the following: Amortized Cost Gains Losses Fair Value Gross Unrealized Maturing within one year: Cash equivalents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Certificates of deposit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Asset backed securities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporate bonds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. government securities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ $ 1,064,270 206,327 300,949 4,794,305 6,418,815 12,784,666 Maturing after one year: U.S. government securities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,215,334 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,000,000 $ — — — — — — — — $ — — (98) (16,497) (37,167) $ 1,064,270 206,327 300,851 4,777,808 6,381,648 (53,762) 12,730,904 (16,313) 2,199,021 $(70,075) $14,929,925 6. Accounts Receivable Accounts receivable consist of the following: Customer accounts billed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Customer accounts unbilled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Allowance for doubtful accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22,840,496 2,503,671 (1,243,895) $25,623,255 3,687,551 (525,248) Accounts receivable, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,100,272 $28,785,558 April 30, 2005 April 30, 2006 7. Inventories Inventories consist of the following: April 30, 2005 April 30, 2006 Materials and parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Work-in-process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Finished goods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,858,343 806,772 1,864,401 $31,022,896 2,071,794 4,433,363 Less provision for obsolescence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26,529,516 (2,145,832) 37,528,053 (2,562,303) Inventories, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,383,684 $34,965,750 F-25 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) 8. Minority Interests Amstar AM General LLC holds a minority interest equity position in the accounts of Amstar, an enterprise that was acquired in the merger with TAG. As of the close of the merger on March 3, 2005 and as of April 30, 2005 and 2006, Amstar has incurred accumulated deficits of $246,816, $212,756 and $466,603, respectively. In connection with the start up of operations in February 2005, AM General provided their initial and only capital contribution to date of $50,000 to Amstar. AM General has no obligation to provide additional capital contributions to cover a deficit equity position. Accordingly, the portion of the accumulated deficits that exceed AM General’s capital contribution has been allocated to the Company and as a result there is no balance to be reported as minority interest for the periods ended April 30, 2005 and 2006 for AM General. AM General advanced $250,000 to Amstar on March 22, 2005, $750,000 on May 16, 2005 and $750,000 on August 15, 2005 in exchange for unsecured notes payable bearing interest at 5.5% fixed, 6.0% fixed and 6.5% variable based upon bank prime rate, respectively. The advances are payable upon demand and are presented as notes payable on the consolidated balance sheet. Empire Coach The Chief Executive Officer & President of Empire Coach owns a 49% minority interest position in the accounts of Empire Coach and has not provided or been required to provide any capital contributions to date. As of April 30, 2006, Empire Coach has incurred an accumulated deficit of $1,268,512. The minority interest is not required to provide capital resources to cover accumulated deficits. Accordingly, the accumulated deficit has been entirely allocated to the Company and there is no balance to be reported as minority interest as of April 30, 2006 for Empire Coach. Unique Performance Concepts Unique Performance, Inc., a Texas-based builder of special edition high performance vehicles owns a minority interest equity position of 49.9% in the accounts of UPC which was formed in January 2006. Pursuant to UPC’s operating agreement, the Company provided capital contributions totaling $300,000 that consisted of tooling assets under construction of $250,000 and cash of $50,000 and the minority interest provided capital contributions totaling $300,000 that consisted of trade name and dealer network intangibles of $250,000 and cash of $50,000. The minority interest in net losses of UPC amounted to $100,071 from the date of formation to the end of fiscal 2006. As a result, the net amounted reflected for minority interest on the consolidated balance sheet for UPC is $199,929 as of April 30, 2006. Advanced Lithium Power The Chief Executive and other officers of ALP, along with another unaffiliated party, hold minority equity interests in ALP. The net equity of ALP as of April 30, 2006 was $416,855 of which the minority interest position amounted to $268,872. Concord Coatings On September 22, 2005, TAG sold substantially all the assets of its production paint facility, Tarxien Automotive Products Ltd., to Concord Coatings, Inc. in exchange for a 20% equity interest in Concord Coatings, $250,000 in cash from the 80% equity interest, LJW Holdings, LTD., and a promissory note from Concord in the F-26 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) principal amount of $1,242,279. The total consideration of $1,865,349 equaled the book value of the net assets sold. The accounts of Concord Coatings have been included in the consolidated financial statements subsequent to the September 2005 transaction. The promissory note between Concord and Tarxien is eliminated in consolidation. As a result of operating losses since the date of the transaction and impairment of assets identified during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006, Concord Coatings has a deficit equity position as of April 30, 2006. Total operating losses in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006 related to Concord Coatings, including impairment of assets, amounted to $3.4 million. Accumulated deficits above the cash received in connection with the sale of assets have been allocated to Tarxien and there is no balance to be reported as minority interest as of April 30, 2006. TAG anticipates that the operations of Concord Coatings will cease in the second quarter of fiscal 2007 and its assets will be liquidated. 9. Property and Equipment Property and equipment consist of the following: Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tooling, dies and molds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plant machinery and equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Information systems and office equipment Automobiles and trucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leasehold improvements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Construction in progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less accumulated depreciation and amortization . . . . . . . . . $ April 30, 2005 211,000 980,911 3,018,290 14,915,816 13,335,490 847,148 4,856,115 1,167,597 $ April 30, 2006 211,000 972,222 3,018,290 17,548,273 14,343,830 1,879,400 6,253,133 4,248,678 39,332,367 (18,465,712) 48,474,826 (24,758,110) Net property and equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 20,866,655 $ 23,716,716 10. Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets Acquisitions Acquisitions meeting business combinations criteria give rise to goodwill. The Company utilizes the services of independent valuation consultants to assist in allocating purchase price to acquired assets and liabilities assumed in connection with acquisition activities. As discussed in Note 4, the Company completed acquisitions of TAG, Empire Coach and Regency on March 3, 2005, September 15, 2005 and February 8, 2006, respectively. In accordance with SFAS No. 141, the total estimated consideration for the transactions was allocated to the tangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their fair values at the date of acquisitions. In addition, certain identifiable intangible assets were recorded in connection with contractual or other legal rights acquired. The excess of the cost of acquiring TAG, Empire Coach and Regency over the net of the amounts assigned to their assets acquired and liabilities assumed, amounting to $102,118,601, $598,905 and $2,876,259, respectively, is recognized as goodwill. Goodwill associated with the acquisition of TAG is allocated 70% to the TAG business segment and 30% to the Quantum Fuel Systems business segment. Goodwill related to the acquisitions of Empire Coach and Regency is reported in the TAG business segment. F-27 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) General Motors Strategic Alliance In connection with the Company’s strategic alliance with General Motors, the Company issued 3,513,439 shares of its Series A common stock to General Motors on July 24, 2002. This issuance has been recorded at the estimated fair market value on the date of the Distribution of approximately $14.3 million, in accordance with SFAS No. 123, “Accounting for Stock Based Compensation,” and EITF 96-18, “Accounting for Equity Instruments that are Issued to Other than Employees for Acquiring, or in Conjunction with Selling Goods or Services.” The intangible asset was recorded in accordance with the consensus reached by the EITF during their November 2001 meeting with respect to EITF 00-18, “Accounting Recognition for Certain Transactions involving Equity Instruments Granted to Other than Employees.” Pursuant to the terms of the Company’s Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, upon the completion of the Company’s January 2003 public equity offering, all of the 3,513,439 shares of the Company’s outstanding Series A common stock held by General Motors converted automatically into shares of the Company’s common stock on a one-for-one basis, and the Company issued to General Motors an aggregate of 999,969 shares of its non-voting Series B common stock. The issuance of the Series B common stock has been recorded as additional consideration related to the strategic alliance between the companies at the estimated fair market value on the date of the public offering of approximately $2.2 million. As a result, the intangible asset recorded in connection with the Company’s issuance of Series B common stock to General Motors increased by $2.2 million to $16.5 million. Unique Performance Concepts On January 18, 2006, TAG obtained a 50.1% controlling interest in Unique Performance Concepts, LLC (“UPC”), a business venture formed with Unique Performance, Inc. to manufacture limited edition high performance vehicles. Pursuant to UPC’s operating agreement, the Company provided capital contributions totaling $300,000 that consisted of tooling assets under construction of $250,000 and cash of $50,000 and the minority interest provided capital contributions totaling $300,000 that consisted of trade name and dealer network intangibles of $250,000 and cash of $50,000. Advanced Lithium Power On March 24, 2006, the Company and certain unaffiliated individuals formed Advanced Lithium Power Inc. The Company holds approximately 1.7 million shares or 35.5% of the Vancouver, British Columbia-based business of which its equity share was valued at $173,120 at the date of the formation. ALP’s primary objective is to develop lithium ion and advanced battery control systems that control state-of-charge and provide for thermal management, resulting in high-performance energy storage. ALP’s primary assets are intellectual property contributed by other shareholders of ALP and its technology has significant opportunities and applications in hybrid electric vehicles, fuel cell vehicles, uninterruptible power supplies, and energy storage for renewable energy, such as solar photovoltaic applications. The accounts of ALP have been included in the consolidated financial statements for the period since the formation due to the controlling nature of the Company’s equity position resulting from proxy agreements between the Company and certain other shareholders of ALP. As of the date of the formation, the Company assigned $226,998 as intangible assets related to intellectual property and technology, $301,051 to tangible assets, $40,387 to accrued liabilities and $314,542 to the minority interest equity holders of ALP. The gross carrying value of the intangible assets increased slightly to $234,866 at April 30, 2006 due to the effect of exchange rates. Amortization of Intangibles SFAS No. 142 requires that recognized intangible assets be amortized over their useful lives and that goodwill is not subject to amortization. The assets consisting of customer related intangibles and existing F-28 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) technology acquired in the acquisition of TAG are amortized using the straight-line method over their estimated weighted-average useful lives of 360 months and 29 months, respectively. The intangible assets consisting of dealer network and trade names acquired in the acquisition of Regency are amortized using the straight-line method over their estimated weighted-average useful lives of 144 months and 240 months, respectively. The intangible asset recorded in connection with the Corporate Alliance Agreement with General Motors is being amortized over the ten-year term of the agreement. The intangible assets recorded in connection with the formation of UPC are being amortized over the anticipated program life of 33 months. The intangible assets recorded in connection with the formation of ALP are being amortized over the estimated useful life of the patents and other technology of 16 years. Intangible assets consist of the following: April 30, 2005 April 30, 2006 TAG contracts and customer relationship: Gross carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated amortization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $44,600,000 (322,000) $44,600,000 (1,880,445) Net carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44,278,000 42,719,555 TAG existing technology: Gross carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated amortization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,100,000 (146,000) 2,100,000 (876,000) Net carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,954,000 1,224,000 Regency dealer network: Gross carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated amortization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regency trade names: Gross carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated amortization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GM Strategic Alliance Agreement: — — — — — — 4,280,000 (89,166) 4,190,834 1,040,000 (12,999) 1,027,001 Gross carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated amortization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16,479,358 (4,479,428) 16,479,358 (6,139,203) Net carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,999,930 10,340,155 UPC dealer network and trade names: Gross carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated amortization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ALP patents and technology: Gross carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accumulated amortization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net carrying value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . — — — — — — 250,000 (30,320) 219,680 234,866 (1,224) 233,642 $58,231,930 $59,954,867 F-29 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) The expected amortization expense for the next five fiscal years and thereafter is as follows: 2007 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2008 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thereafter Amortization Expense $ 4,536,703 4,008,703 3,607,503 3,569,743 3,569,743 40,662,472 $59,954,867 In accordance with SFAS 142 and SFAS 144, the Company assessed goodwill and reviewed intangibles and other long-lived assets for indicators of impairment. The Company believes that no event or circumstance currently exists that would indicate impairment of these long-lived assets. 11. Long-term Debt Long-term debt, all of which was assumed in connection with the TAG merger, consisted of the following: Senior subordinated convertible notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Domestic bank revolving line of credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Canadian revolving line of credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mortgage note payable to bank, due in monthly installments of $15,000 including interest at the bank’s prime rate (effective rate of 7.75% at April 30, 2006), due September 2006, collateralized by related building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Promissory note payable to a former shareholder of Wheel to Wheel, Inc., payable in monthly installments of $22,113 including interest at 5.38%, due May 1, 2013, unsecured . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Obligation payable to a former shareholder of Wheel to Wheel, Inc., payable in monthly installments of $27,750 including imputed interest at 5.5%, due May 1, 2013, unsecured . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less current maturities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2005 April 30, 2006 $15,000,000 — — $15,000,000 19,548,172 3,215,000 1,255,712 1,157,475 1,736,462 1,560,183 2,169,084 20,119 1,949,914 1,036 20,181,377 (525,215) 42,431,780 (9,339,212) Long-term debt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $19,656,162 $33,092,568 Effective July 13, 2004, TAG issued $15,000,000 in principal amount of unsecured senior subordinated convertible notes in a private placement to accredited investors. The notes bear interest at 8.5% and mature in July 2009, with semi-annual interest payments payable on January 1 and July 1 of each year. Per terms of the notes, as modified by the merger agreement with TAG, the interest payments can be made in either cash or shares of the Company’s common stock, at the Company’s discretion. As modified, the notes are convertible, subject to F-30 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) certain conditions, into 2,599,653 shares of the Company’s common stock at a conversion price of $5.77 per dollar of debt converted. In the prior fiscal year ending April 30, 2005, the Company had $30.0 million and $5.0 million revolving credit agreements with domestic and Canadian lenders that were assumed in connection with the acquisition of TAG. Advances under these credit agreements were limited to a specific percentage of eligible receivables and inventories of TAG. The advances bore interest subject to a pricing matrix with ranges of 0.75% below the prime rate to 0.25% above the prime rate dependent upon a ratio of TAG’s funded debt to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“EBITDA”). On September 9, 2005 TAG and the lead domestic and Canadian financial institution lender, Comerica Bank, amended and restated the existing revolving credit agreements (the “First Amended Credit Agreement”). On May 19, 2006, the credit facility was amended and restated for a second time (the “Second Amended Credit Agreement”). On June 30, 2006, the Second Amended Credit Agreement was further amended (the “Third Amended Credit Agreement”). Under the terms of the Third Amended Credit Agreement, maximum availability under the credit facility is a combined $25.0 million for the domestic and Canadian revolvers. The amount of available advances is subject to limitations based upon the Company’s eligible accounts receivables and collateralized marketable securities determined on a consolidated basis. Advances under the credit facility bear interest at the greater of prime rate (7.75% at April 30, 2006) minus 1.25% or the federal funds rate plus 1.00%. There is also a Euro currency based rate option as defined in the agreement. The Third Amended Credit Agreement expires on February 1, 2009. Advances under the Third Amended Credit Agreement require the Company to meet certain minimum consolidated net worth covenants on a quarterly basis and a requirement to maintain less than a $15.0 million balance in the aggregate amount of advances and credit extensions during a five consecutive business day period each month. The Company is prohibited from making investments in, merging or acquiring, any other unrelated entity or business without the approval of Comerica Bank. Quantum and each of its direct and indirect subsidiaries provided Comerica Bank with an unlimited guaranty for TAG’s obligations and granted a security interest in all of the Company’s assets to Comerica Bank under the Third Amended Credit Agreement. The Company did not meet the minimum consolidated net worth level required and the minimum level of unencumbered consolidated cash and marketable securities required under the First Amended Credit Agreement. The Company was in compliance with all other requirements of other debt obligations, including the unsecured senior subordinated convertible notes. Comerica Bank has waived all applicable covenant requirements for April 30, 2006 and the Company anticipates that it will meet all requirements under the Third Amended Credit Agreement through the next fiscal year ending April 30, 2007. Accordingly, the Company has classified the outstanding balances under the credit facility as long-term debt with current maturities of $7.8 million required to bring the balance of the outstanding advances on the revolving credit facility below $15.0 million on a monthly basis. The Company is responsible for commitment fees on the unused portion of the Amended Credit Facility of 0.1875%. There were no outstanding letters of credit issued under the revolving credit facilities as of April 30, 2006. The promissory note issued and the other obligation owed to a former shareholder of Wheel to Wheel, Inc. (the predecessor to Wheel to Wheel, LLC) is guaranteed by certain officers and a current director of the Company. F-31 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Maturities of long-term debt for each of the next five fiscal years ending April 30 are as follows: 2007 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2008 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thereafter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9,339,212 440,841 15,465,456 15,491,445 518,885 1,175,941 $42,431,780 12. Income Taxes The following table presents the principal reasons for the difference between the effective tax rate and the federal statutory income tax rate: Year Ended April 30 2004 2005 2006 Income tax benefit at U.S. statutory rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . State and local income taxes, net of federal benefit . . . . . . . . . . . . Amortization of intangible asset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foreign losses without tax effect Return to provision adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Valuation allowance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (34.0)% (6.0)% 7.5% — — 3.3% 29.6% (34.0)% (5.2)% 5.0% — — (1.9)% 36.2% Effective tax rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.4% 0.1% (34.0)% (3.3)% 1.8% 2.9% (11.4)% (0.7)% 42.9% (1.8)% The following table presents the provision for income taxes on a separate tax return basis: Current: Federal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . State and local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foreign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ Year Ended April 30 2004 2005 2006 $ — 7,000 32,000 39,000 $ — 10,000 — 10,000 — 15,000 — 15,000 Deferred: Federal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . State and local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foreign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,683,000 (48,000) — 7,525,000 1,060,000 2,034,000 12,344,000 1,632,000 856,000 2,635,000 10,619,000 14,832,000 Less: Change in valuation allowance . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2,635,000) (10,619,000) (15,502,000) Subtotal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . — — (670,000) Income tax provision (benefit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 39,000 $ 10,000 $ (655,000) F-32 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) The components of deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows: Year Ended April 30 2005 2006 Deferred income tax assets: Accrued compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accrued warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tax credits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net operating loss carryforwards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 1,400,000 509,000 889,000 506,000 612,000 18,397,000 $ 547,000 314,000 951,000 2,267,000 738,000 29,221,000 22,313,000 34,038,000 Less: Valuation allowance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (9,079,000) (19,775,000) Total deferred income tax assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13,234,000 14,263,000 Deferred income tax liabilities: Equipment and leasehold improvements . . . . . . . . . . . Intangible assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1,455,000) (17,869,000) (1,117,000) (19,031,000) Total deferred tax liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (19,324,000) (20,148,000) Net deferred tax (liabilities) assets . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (6,090,000) $ (5,885,000) At April 30, 2006, the Company has federal net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $77.1 million available to offset future federal taxable income. The federal net operating losses expire between the years 2021 and 2026. The Company has state net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $59.9 million available to offset future state taxable income. The state net operating losses expire between 2011 and 2026. The Company has foreign net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $9.6 million available to offset future foreign taxable income with various expiration dates. The Company has credit carryforwards of $0.4 million that do not expire and $0.3 million that will expire within the next six years. The U.S. tax laws contain provisions that limit the use in any future period of net operating loss and credit carryforwards upon the occurrence of certain events including a significant change in ownership interest. The Company has incurred such an event, which limits the future use of its losses. The net operating loss carryforwards include approximately $0.7 million of deductions related to stock option exercises. If and when the Company reduces any portion of its valuation allowance related to stock option compensation deduction, the benefit will be added to stockholders equity, rather than being shown as a reduction of future income tax expense. The Company has established a valuation allowance against a portion of its deferred tax assets since based on the Company’s lack of earnings history and current evidence, it is unlikely that the assets will be fully realized. There is a deferred tax liability resulting from purchase accounting where the amortization of identifiable assets exceed the carryforward period. The federal deferred tax liability from the Regency business combination was recorded with a corresponding reduction of valuation allowance. F-33 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) 13. Commitments and Contingencies Leases The Company has certain non-cancelable operating leases for facilities and equipment. Future minimum lease commitments under non-cancelable operating leases at April 30, 2006 are as follows: 2007 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2008 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thereafter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lease Obligation 4,926,157 3,406,721 2,575,362 1,755,042 1,144,367 1,763,548 Total minimum lease payments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,571,197 Total rental expense under the operating leases for fiscal years ended April 30, 2004, 2005 and 2006 was approximately $1.5 million, $2.6 million and $6.0 million, respectively. These leases are non-cancelable and certain leases have renewal options and escalation clauses. Royalties The Company has entered into contracts under which it is required to pay royalties for products sold using certain technologies covered by these contracts. No royalty expense was incurred under these contracts for any of the periods reported in the financial statements. Contingencies The Company is subject to various legal proceedings and claims which arise out of the normal course of its business. Management and the Company’s legal counsel periodically review the probable outcome of pending proceedings and the costs reasonably expected to be incurred. The Company accrues for these costs when it is probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. In the opinion of management, any ultimate cost to the Company in excess of amounts accrued will not materially affect its consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows. Self-Insured Group Health Plan The Company, by virtue of its merger with TAG, provided a self-insured group health insurance plan for substantially all of the Tecstar Automotive Group’s employees through December 31, 2005. The self-insurance plan was replaced on January 1, 2006 with a non self-insured group health insurance program with a national insurance carrier. The Company estimates that no further obligations exist as of April 30, 2006 for the former self-insured group health insurance plan. Compensation Plans The Company sponsors a defined contribution plan (the “Plan”) that covers most of its employees (excludes Regency, Amstar and ALP) that is qualified under Internal Revenue Service Code Section 401(k). The Plan is subject to the provisions of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. Three plans assumed in connection with the TAG merger were consolidated into the Company’s Plan effective January 1, 2006. F-34 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Under the Plan, all applicable employees who are at least age twenty-one or older are eligible to participate in the Plan at the beginning of the next month after their first day of employment with the Company. Employees of the Company who elect to participate in the Plan may contribute into the Plan not less than 1% nor more than 15% of compensation. The Company’s matching contributions under the Plan are discretionary and match elective salary deferrals up to 3% of compensation. Under the three plans assumed from TAG and its subsidiaries, employees with over six months of service are eligible to participate. The plans provide for discretionary matching contributions by the Company of the employee’s contribution, up to 6% of compensation. Also, the plans provide for additional discretionary contributions annually as determined by the Board of Directors. Contributions attributable to the Company approximated $223,000, $245,000 and $345,000 for fiscal years ended 2004, 2005 and 2006, respectively. Employment Agreements The Company has entered into employment agreements with its Chief Executive Officer and other executive officers and senior managers which provide for annual base salary, other benefits and severance obligations. The Company’s obligation under the terms of these agreements for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2007 is approximately $5.0 million. The Company’s obligation beyond fiscal year 2007 totals approximately $4.8 million. General Motors Directed Research & Development Expenses Pursuant to the Corporate Alliance Agreement with General Motors (see Note 3), the Company has committed to spend $4.0 million annually for specific research and development projects directed by General Motors to speed the commercialization of the Company’s fuel cell related products. Since this commitment was waived or partially waived by General Motors for calendar years 2002 through 2005, the Company anticipates that this commitment will be waived or partially waived in the future. The Company and General Motors agreed upon a Directed Research and Development Statement of Work that covered the period from May 15, 2004 though May 14, 2005. The statement of work outlined specific tasks for the advancement of compressed fuel storage technologies enabling improved performance. Total spending under the statement of work approximated $1.8 million and was funded under the Quantum Fuel Systems segment. The Company and General Motors have continued to jointly work on research and development projects since the May 14, 2005 expiration of the statement of work arrangement. During fiscal 2006, total spending on directed research and development projects with General Motors approximated $0.6 million. 14. Earnings (Loss) Per Share The Company computes net income (loss) per share in accordance with SFAS No. 128, “Earnings Per Share.” Under the provisions of SFAS No. 128, basic net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing the net income (loss) for the period by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing the net income (loss) for the period by the weighted average number of common and common equivalent shares outstanding during the period. The Company considers common equivalent shares from the exercise of stock options, warrants and senior subordinated notes payable in the instance where the shares are dilutive to net income of the Company by application of the treasury stock method. The effects of stock options, warrants and senior subordinated notes payable were anti-dilutive for all periods presented. F-35 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted loss per share: Year Ended April 30 2004 2005 2006 Numerator: Net loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Numerator for basic and diluted loss per share—to common stockholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Denominator for basic and diluted loss per share—weighted- average shares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basic and diluted loss per share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (8,934,420) $(13,098,790) $(35,533,055) $ (8,934,420) $(13,098,790) $(35,533,055) 27,257,230 35,048,437 $ (0.33) $ (0.37) $ 53,283,956 (0.67) For fiscal years ended April 30, 2004, 2005 and 2006, options to purchase approximately 2,704,000, 4,092,000 and 4,969,000 and warrants to purchase approximately 249,000, 245,000 and 0 shares of common stock, respectively, were excluded in the computation of diluted net income per share, as the effect would be anti-dilutive. In addition, for the period March 4 through April 30, 2005 and for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2006, senior subordinated notes payable convertible into approximately 2,600,000 shares of common stock were excluded in the computation of diluted net income per share, as the effect would be anti-dilutive. 15. Stockholders’ Equity Authorized Capital Stock As discussed in Note 1, the Company’s authorized stock was amended in March 2005 to consist of 20,000,000 shares of preferred stock and 100,000,000 shares of common stock. Of the 100,000,000 shares of common stock, 2,000,000 are designated as Series B common stock. Common stock previously designated as Series A was eliminated. Quantum Common Stock Holders of the Company’s common stock are entitled to one vote for each share on all matters voted on by stockholders. Holders of common stock do not have cumulative voting rights in the election of directors. Holders of the Company’s common stock do not have subscription, redemption or conversion privileges. Subject to the preferences or other rights of any preferred stock that may be issued from time to time, holders of the Company’s common stock will be entitled to participate ratably in dividends the Company’s common stock as declared by the board of directors. Holders of common stock will be entitled to share ratably in all assets available for distribution to stockholders in the event of liquidation or dissolution of the Company, subject to distribution of the preferential amount, if any, to be distributed to holders of preferred stock. No holder of any capital stock of the Company authorized at any such distribution date will have any preemptive right to subscribe for or purchase any securities of any class or kind of the Company. Series A Common Stock As part of the strategic alliance with General Motors, the Company agreed to issue to General Motors, and General Motors agreed to acquire, that number of shares of the Company’s Series A common stock, $0.001 par value per share, which, when combined with all shares of capital stock of the Company then issued and outstanding, would equal 19.9% of the issued and outstanding shares of the capital stock of the Company. Immediately following the Distribution, the Company issued 3,513,439 shares of its Series A common stock to F-36 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) General Motors. Upon the closing of the Company’s initial public offering in January 2003, the outstanding shares of Series A common stock automatically converted into an equal number of shares of common stock. Series A common stock was eliminated in March 2005. The Series A common stock included certain anti-dilution rights, by which in the event the Company effected any other issuance of additional shares of common stock (including any shares issued in an initial public offering of the Company’s securities, but excluding shares or options issued pursuant to a board-approved stock option or equity incentive plan), the holders of Series A common stock would receive shares of non-voting Series B common stock in an amount that will cause the issued and outstanding Series A and Series B common stock, taken together, to equal 19.9% of the issued and outstanding shares of all series of the Company’s common stock (excluding shares issued pursuant to a board-approved stock option or equity incentive plan). As a result of the conversion of the Series A common stock in connection with the Company’s initial public offering, General Motors no longer has anti-dilution rights. General Motors’ ownership interest, including its shares of Series B common stock, has been diluted to approximately 8.2% as of April 30, 2006 as a result of subsequent securities issuances. Series B Common Stock Shares of the Company’s Series B common stock are not entitled to vote on any matters voted on by stockholders except as otherwise specifically required by law. In the event the Company issues additional shares of common stock as a dividend or other distribution on the Company’s outstanding common stock, or a subdivision or combination of the Company’s common stock into a smaller or greater number of shares, the number of shares of Series B common stock will be adjusted to that number of shares of Series B common stock that is equal to the percentage of all outstanding shares of all series of the Company’s common stock (excluding shares issued pursuant to a board-approved stock option or equity incentive plan) that the holders of Series B common stock held prior to such event. Upon the transfer of any of the outstanding shares of Series B common stock to any person or entity that is not controlled by or under common control with General Motors, the transferred shares of Series B common stock will convert into an equal number of shares of the Company’s common stock. Subject to the preferences or other rights of any preferred stock that may be issued from time to time, holders of the Company’s Series B common stock will be entitled to participate ratably in dividends on the Company’s common stock as declared by the Company’s board of directors. Holders of the Company’s Series B common stock will be entitled to share ratably in all assets available for distribution to stockholders in the event of liquidation or dissolution of the Company, subject to distribution of the preferential amount, if any, to be distributed to holders of preferred stock. Preferred Stock The Company’s charter authorizes the board of directors, without any vote or action by the holders of the Company’s common stock, to issue up to 20,000,000 shares of preferred stock from time to time in one or more series. The Company’s board of directors are authorized to determine the number of shares and designation of any series of preferred stock and the dividend rights, dividend rate, conversion rights and terms, voting rights (full or limited, if any), redemption rights and terms, liquidation preferences and sinking fund terms of any series of preferred stock. Issuances of preferred stock would be subject to the applicable rules of the Nasdaq National Market or other organizations on whose systems the Company’s stock may then be quoted or listed. Depending upon the terms of preferred stock established by the Company’s board of directors, any or all series of preferred stock could have preference over the Company’s common stock with respect to dividends and other distributions and upon liquidation of the Company. Issuance of any such shares with voting powers, or issuance of additional shares of the Company’s common stock, would dilute the voting power of the Company’s outstanding common stock. The Company has no present plans to issue any preferred stock. F-37 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Restricted Stock On May 1, 2005 the Company issued a total of 91,806 shares of restricted stock to the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer of the Company. The aggregate value of these shares, measured on the date of award based upon the closing price of Quantum’s common stock of $3.54, was $325,000 and is being recorded as compensation expense ratably over the three year restricted period until they vest in full on May 1, 2008. As of April 30, 2006, $216,601 of remaining unearned compensation is reported as part of stockholders’ equity on the consolidated balance sheet. Warrants In connection with the spin-off from IMPCO, the Company issued warrants to purchase an aggregate of 300,000 shares of the Company’s common stock to holders of outstanding IMPCO warrants as of the distribution date, July 23, 2002. The Company issued these warrants at an exercise price of $5.83 per share with a term expiring in January 2006. During fiscal year 2004, warrants to purchase an aggregate of 51,000 shares of common stock were exercised on a cashless basis, which resulted in the issuance of 18,536 shares of common stock. During fiscal year 2005, warrants to purchase an aggregate of 3,556 shares of common stock were exercised on a cashless basis, which resulted in the issuance of 691 shares of common stock. No warrants were exercised during fiscal 2006 before the expiration of the warrants in January 2006. The Company issued a warrant to purchase 100,000 shares of the Company’s common stock to a consulting firm on August 27, 2002 for services related to investor relations. This warrant was issued at an exercise price of $5.10 per share with a four-year term. The Company valued the warrant at fair value (in accordance with SFAS No. 123, “Accounting for Stock Based Compensation”) based on a Black-Scholes fair value calculation. The warrant was valued at date of grant and was re-measured at fair value at each subsequent reporting period, and changes in value were recorded over the performance period. The Company recorded an expense of $16,714 during fiscal year 2004 in connection with the issuance of this warrant. During the third quarter of fiscal year 2004, the warrant was exercised in full on a cashless or “net issue” basis, resulting in the issuance of an aggregate of 49,414 shares of common stock. No warrants to purchase shares of common stock were outstanding at April 30, 2006; however, in connection with a private investment in public entity (“PIPE”) completed on June 29, 2006 which yielded $12.5 million in proceeds, warrants to purchase 880,506 shares of the Company’s common stock at an exercise price of $3.94 were issued. The warrants relating to the PIPE expire in June 2011. Stock Options The Company has adopted its 2002 Stock Incentive Plan to provide employees, directors, officers and consultants an opportunity to acquire stock ownership in the Company. In connection with the spin-off from IMPCO, each IMPCO option holder received one option to purchase Quantum stock for every IMPCO option held at the record date. The exercise price of both the IMPCO and Quantum stock options was adjusted based on the relative market values of the common stock of both companies on the first trading day following the spin-off. As of the distribution date, 1,315,468 options were granted out of the Company’s 2002 Stock Incentive Plan to IMPCO stock option holders. IMPCO had stock option plans that provided for the issuance of options to key employees and directors of the Company at the fair market value at the time of grant. Options under those plans generally vested in four or five years and are generally exercisable while the individual is an employee or a director, or ordinarily within one month following termination of employment. In no event may options be exercised more than ten years after date of grant. F-38 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Options granted under the Company’s 2002 Stock Incentive Plan subsequent to the distribution vest over four years and are exercisable while the individual is an employee or a director, or within one month following termination of employment. All options expire ten years from the date of grant. Below is a summary of options activity for the three year period ending April 30, 2006: Options outstanding at April 30, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options granted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options exercised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options forfeited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options outstanding at April 30, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options granted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options exercised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options forfeited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options outstanding at April 30, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options granted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options exercised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Options forfeited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Number of Shares 2,402,869 1,511,500 (874,664) (335,680) 2,704,025 1,540,000 (65,794) (86,156) 4,092,075 1,461,000 (132,050) (452,333) Options outstanding at April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,968,692 Shares exercisable at April 30, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291,368 Shares exercisable at April 30, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 906,858 Shares exercisable at April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,664,942 Weighted Average Exercise Price $3.97 4.79 3.90 3.97 4.45 5.77 3.88 4.50 4.96 4.27 3.42 4.93 4.78 $4.43 $4.44 $4.75 The weighted-average grant-date fair value of options granted during the years ended April 30, 2004, 2005, and 2006 were $4.00, $4.51 and $3.33, respectively. The following table sets forth summarized information with respect to stock options outstanding and exercisable at April 30, 2006: Exercise Price Range $1.96 to $2.95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.95 to $3.93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.93 to $4.91 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4.91 to $5.89 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5.89 to $6.87 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.87 to $7.86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7.86 to $8.84 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8.84 to $9.82 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outstanding Exercisable Number of Shares Average Life Average Price Number of Shares Average Price 22,483 1,278,375 1,580,840 1,463,669 584,025 25,000 7,500 6,800 4,968,692 4.6 6.7 8.9 8.7 7.8 7.9 7.5 4.3 $2.41 3.39 4.35 5.76 6.60 7.35 8.68 9.82 17,483 744,875 185,040 391,919 302,575 12,500 3,750 6,800 1,664,942 $2.46 3.41 4.77 5.75 6.59 7.35 8.68 9.82 At April 30, 2006, there were 581,465 options available for grant under the Company’s 2002 Stock Incentive Plan. F-39 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) 16. Business Segment and Geographic Information Business Segments The Company classifies its business operations into three reporting segments: Quantum Fuel Systems, Tecstar Automotive Group, and Corporate. The reportable segments other than Corporate represent strategic businesses that are managed separately and offer products and services that can be differentiated. Corporate consists of general and administrative expense incurred at the corporate level that are not allocated to the reportable segments. The Quantum Fuel Systems business operations primarily consist of design, manufacture and supply of packaged fuel systems for use in alternative fuel vehicles and fuel cell applications. This segment generates product revenues through the sale of fuel cell-related fuel storage, fuel delivery, and electronic control systems to OEMs, and the installation of its fuel cell products into OEM vehicles. Product revenues are also generated through the sale of compressed natural gas, and hydrogen fuel storage, fuel delivery, and electronic control systems for internal combustion engine applications. In addition to product sales, the Quantum Fuel Systems segment generates contract revenue by providing engineering design and support to the OEMs so that its fuel storage, fuel delivery, and electronic control systems integrate and operate with their fuel cell and alternative fuel applications. The Tecstar Automotive Group business operations are focused on the automotive supply industry and primarily consist of second stage manufacturing of pick-up trucks, sport utility vehicles and vans. Vehicle chassis are received from the OEM and certain appearance items such as ground effects, wheels and badging are added to the chassis. The Tecstar Automotive Group also has engineering and design capabilities for concept vehicles and distributes automotive accessories through a dealer network. General Motors comprised 92.0% of the total Tecstar Automotive Group segment revenue reported for the period from March 3, 2005 to April 30, 2005 and 82.8% for the fiscal year period ended April 30, 2006. Intangible assets associated with the TAG and Regency acquisitions are reported in the Tecstar Automotive Group business segment. Goodwill associated with the TAG acquisition is allocated 30% to the Quantum Fuel Systems business segment and 70% to the Tecstar Automotive Group business segment. Goodwill associated with the Regency and Empire Coach acquisitions are reported in the Tecstar Automotive Group business segment. All research and development is expensed as incurred and is included in the respective business segments. Research and development expense includes both customer-funded research and development and Company- sponsored research and development. Customer-funded research and development consists primarily of expenses associated with contract revenue. These expenses include applications development costs in the Company that are funded under customer contracts. The chief operating decision maker allocates resources and tracks performance by the three reporting segments. The Company evaluates performance based on profit or loss from operations before interest and income taxes. The accounting policies of the reportable segments are the same as those described in Note 2, “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies.” F-40 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Geographic Information The Company’s long-lived assets are primarily based in facilities in Texas, California, Michigan, Indiana, Missouri, and Ontario, Canada at April 30, 2006. The Company’s foreign assets which are all located in Canada represent 3.2% and 2.8% of the Company’s consolidated total assets at April 30, 2005 and 2006, respectively. The Company’s revenue by country is as follows (in thousands): Revenue to Customers Year Ended April 30 2004 2005 2006 United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Korea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . China . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $13,652 — 12,261 2,095 111 — — — — $40,069 2,693 5,277 6,224 — — — — 37 $168,474 16,444 1,610 5,848 14 111 47 65 69 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,119 $54,300 $192,682 F-41 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) Financial Information by Business Segment Financial information by business segment for continuing operations follows (in thousands): Year Ended April 30 2004 2005 2006 Product revenue Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,624 — $ 10,672 30,076 $ 8,830 164,033 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,624 $ 40,748 $172,863 Contract revenue Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9,495 — $ 12,310 1,242 $ 10,952 8,868 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9,495 $ 13,552 $ 19,820 Operating Income (Loss) Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporate Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (4,051) — (5,282) $ (8,143) 344 (6,011) $ (13,383) (11,366) (9,853) Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (9,333) $(13,810) $ (34,602) Capital Expenditures Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporate Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 1,274 — 193 $ 968 463 469 1,059 6,489 412 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 1,467 $ 1,900 $ 7,960 Depreciation and Amortization Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporate Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 3,817 — 1,396 $ 3,622 1,010 922 2,944 6,641 919 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,213 $ 5,554 $ 10,504 April 30 2005 2006 Identifiable Assets Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 59,731 170,203 53,818 $ 60,347 196,122 25,840 Total assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $283,752 $282,309 Goodwill Quantum Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tecstar Automotive Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 30,400 72,195 $ 30,400 75,194 Total goodwill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $102,595 $105,594 F-42 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) 17. Revenue and Purchase Concentrations During fiscal years 2004, 2005 and 2006, General Motors and affiliated companies’ revenue comprised 46.1%, 77.4%, and 81.6% of the Company’s total revenue, respectively. As of April 30, 2005 and 2006, General Motors and affiliated companies’ accounts receivable comprised 74.8% and 71.6% of the Company’s total outstanding accounts receivable, respectively. During fiscal years 2004, 2005 and 2006, Toyota’s revenue comprised 44.0%, 11.3%, and 0.9% of the Company’s total revenue, respectively. As of April 30, 2005 and 2006, Toyota’s accounts receivable was 2.5% and 2.4% of the Company’s total outstanding accounts receivable, respectively. During fiscal years 2004, 2005 and 2006, respectively, purchases from one vendor constituted approximately 8%, 11% and 12% of net purchases. In fiscal year 2004, 2005 and 2006, 10 suppliers accounted for approximately 39%, 43% and 55% of net purchases, respectively. 18. Customer Deposit As of April 30, 2005 and 2006, the Company has deposits on hand from customers totaling approximately $1.0 million and $6.2 million, respectively. Included in these deposits at April 30, 2006 is approximately $4.7 million representing overpayments on certain second-stage assembly product sales from General Motors that resulted from a temporary error in General Motors’ electronic vendor payment system. The overpayments have been communicated to General Motors by the Company and are expected to be applied against future product shipments. 19. Warranties The Company offers a warranty for all of its second stage manufacturing and alternative fuel products. The specific terms and conditions of those warranties vary depending on the platform and model year. Warranty is provided for under terms similar to those offered by the OEM to its customers. The Company estimates the costs that may be incurred under its warranty and records a liability in the amount of such costs at the time product revenue is recognized. Factors that affect the Company’s warranty liability include the number of units sold, historical and anticipated rates of warranty claims, and cost per claim. The Company generally disclaims all warranties on its prototype hydrogen fuel storage systems. At its discretion or under certain programs, the Company may provide for the replacement cost or perform additional tests of prototype component parts subsequent to product delivery. The Company includes an estimate of these types of arrangements as part of its warranty liability. The Company periodically assesses the adequacy of its recorded warranty liabilities and adjusts the amounts as necessary. Changes in the Company’s product warranty liability are as follows (in thousands): Balance at Beginning of Year Balance Acquired (1) Warranties Issued Settlements Made April 30, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,121 949 1,258 $— 590 350 $134 110 301 $(134) (205) (183) Changes in Liability for Pre-Existing Warranties $(172) (186) (921) Balance at End of Year $ 949 1,258 805 (1) Represents balance of warranties acquired in connection with the Tecstar Automotive Group merger in fiscal 2005 and the Regency merger in fiscal 2006. F-43 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued) 20. Quarterly Results of Operations (unaudited) A summary of the unaudited quarterly results of operations follows (in thousands, except per share amounts): Fiscal Year 2005 (1) Product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contract revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cost of product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gross profit on product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Research and development expense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net loss per share—basic and diluted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter $ 3,358 2,997 6,355 2,663 695 3,711 (2,426) (0.08) $ 2,253 2,709 4,962 1,941 312 3,753 (3,309) (0.10) $ 2,903 2,489 5,392 2,301 602 3,625 (2,920) (0.09) $ 32,234 5,357 37,591 29,284 2,950 6,087 (4,444) (0.10) First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2006 (2) Product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contract revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cost of product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gross profit on product sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Research and development expense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Net loss per share—basic and diluted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $43,274 4,098 47,372 40,460 2,814 6,627 (8,149) (0.15) $57,205 5,912 63,117 51,693 5,512 5,981 (3,037) (0.06) $31,738 4,265 36,003 30,855 883 6,327 (9,842) (0.19) $ 40,646 5,544 46,190 40,439 207 6,925 (14,505) (0.27) (1) (2) Includes the operations of Tecstar Automotive Group since the acquisition date, March 3, 2005. Includes the operations of Empire Coach and Regency since the acquisition dates of September 15, 2005 and February 8, 2006, respectively. F-44 SCHEDULE II VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS Balance at Beginning of Year Additions Charged/ (Credited) to Cost and Expenses Write-offs and Other Adjustments Balance at End of Year Allowance for doubtful accounts for the year ended: April 30, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ (40,000) $ (107,000) (147,000) (1,243,895) (1,254,036) $ 157,141 930,584 — $ (147,000) (1,243,895) (525,248) (211,937) $ (937,568) (2,145,832) (2,562,303) $ (948,522) (1,258,119) (804,518) $ (270,586) — Provision for obsolescence reserve for the year ended: April 30, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty reserve for the year ended: April 30, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Valuation allowance for medical self-insurance for the year ended: $(1,778,020) $ (238,320) $1,078,772 29,551 516,424 (937,568) (2,145,832) (1,237,815) (932,895) $(1,120,754) $ (133,302) $ 305,534 390,816 1,104,406 (948,522) (1,258,119) (700,413) (650,805) — $ (651,575) $ 380,989 1,841,077 (1,570,491) (270,586) April 30, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ F-45 SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Company has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized. Date: July 27, 2006 QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE, INC. By: /s/ WILLIAM B. OLSON William B. Olson, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer [Authorized Signatory and Principal Financial Officer] Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant in the capacities and on the dates indicated. Signature Title Date /s/ ALAN P. NIEDZWIECKI President, Chief Executive Officer and July 27, 2006 Alan P. Niedzwiecki Director (Principal Executive Officer) /s/ W. BRIAN OLSON Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer July 27, 2006 W. Brian Olson (Principal Financial Officer) /s/ BRADLEY J. TIMON Controller (Principal Accounting July 27, 2006 Bradley J. Timon Officer) /s/ DALE L. RASMUSSEN Chairman of the Board of Directors July 27, 2006 Dale L. Rasmussen /s/ JEFFREY P. BEITZEL Jeffrey P. Beitzel Director and Chief Operating Officer July 27, 2006 /s/ BRIAN A. RUNKEL Director Brian A. Runkel /s/ G. SCOTT SAMUELSEN Director G. Scott Samuelsen /s/ CARL E. SHEFFER Director Carl E. Sheffer /s/ THOMAS J. TYSON Director Thomas J. Tyson /s/ PAUL GRUTZNER Director Paul Grutzner July 27, 2006 July 27, 2006 July 27, 2006 July 27, 2006 July 27, 2006 [THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK] [THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK] Officers Alan P. Niedzwiecki President & Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey P. Beitzel Chief Operating Officer of Quantum and President of Tecstar Automotive Group W. Brian Olson Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer Michael H. Schoeffler Executive Vice President-Mergers and Acquisitions Kenneth R. Lombardo Vice President-Legal; General Counsel and Corporate Secretary Glenn D. Moffett Vice President & General Manager of Operations Bradley J. Timon Corporate Controller Richard C. Anderson Executive Vice President of Tecstar Automotive Group Douglass C. Goad Executive Vice President of Tecstar Automotive Group Joseph E. Katona III Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer of Tecstar Automotive Group Corporate Counsel Kerr, Russell and Weber, PLC Independent Auditors McGladrey & Pullen, LLP Transfer Agent & Registrar Mellon Investor Services LLP 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 +1-800-522-6645 Directors Dale L. Rasmussen Chairman of the Board of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. Alan P. Niedzwiecki President & Chief Executive Officer of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. Jeffrey P. Beitzel Chief Operating Officer of Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. Paul E. Grutzner Founder and Managing Partner of ClearPoint Financial Brian A. Runkel Environmental Consultant & Director of the California Environmental Business Council G. Scott Samuelsen Director for the National Fuel Cell Research Center & Professor at the University of California Irvine Carl E. Sheffer Vice President, OEM Relations of Specialty Equipment Marketing Association Thomas J. Tyson Retired Chief Executive Officer of General Electric’s Energy & Environmental Research Corporation This Annual Report contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such intentions statements include our expectations, hopes, beliefs, or regarding the future, including, but not limited to statements regarding our position within our industry and future opportunities, future growth, benefits and synergies of our acquisitions, the development and commercialization of fuel cell and hybrid vehicles and applications, new or expanded customer contracts, commitment of OEMs, governments and other entities to the hydrogen economy and its growth, and our business strategies. There are a number of important factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to the factors set forth from time to time in our SEC reports, including those set forth under “Risk Factors” in our Form 10-K for the year ended April 30, 2006. All forward-looking statements in this Annual Report are made as of the date hereof, based on information available to us as of the date hereof, and we assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statements. Annual Meeting of Stockholders The annual meeting will be held on September 21, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. local time, at the Hyatt Regency/Irvine, located at 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, California, 92614. WORLD HEADQUARTERS 17872 Cartwright Road Irvine, California 92614 Phone: 949.399.4500 Fax: 949.399.4600 Email: info@qtww.com Web: www.qtww.com Nasdaq: qtww Copyright © 2006 Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. 

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