Automotive Pioneer ZAP (PCX: ZP) of Santa Rosa, California announced the first public showing of its latest vehicles, including the OBVIO! at the 47th Annual San Francisco International Auto Show, November 19-27 at The Moscone Center.

ZAP and OBVIO! have agreed to collaborate in the design and manufacture of high efficiency, high performance urban cars. OBVIO!, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, intends to manufacture two models for export to the USA the model 012, shown above, and the model 828. ZAP will work closely with OBVIO! to ensure these advanced technology vehicles are fully compliant with United States regulatory requirements and will serve as the exclusive representative and distributor for OBVIO! in North America. The 828 is expected to be availble for delivery in the third quarter of 2006 and the 012 in the last quarter of 2007.