Today I have two smart plays for the short-term:

Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies

(Public, NASDAQ:QTWW)

Today the market is flourishing, rising high and the prices seem way over inflated. However, amongst these green giants I see potential in QTWW which has fallen by over 10% today. Based on favourable charts, this is a good buy today for a nice 10 to 15% gain within the next few days.

About QTWW: Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (Quantum) is a fully integrated alternative energy company, and a player in the development and production of propulsion systems, energy storage technologies, and alternative fuel vehicles. The Company’s portfolio of technologies include electronic controls, hybrid electric drive systems, hydrogen storage and metering systems, and alternative fuel technologies that enable fuel efficient, low emission hybrid, plug-in electric hybrid, fuel cell and alternative fuel vehicles.

News Releases:

Quantum Awarded Contract for Natural Gas

Hybrid Technologies USA Distributing Inc., a subsidiary of Hybrid Technologies, has made it their mission to bring new battery advancements and propulsion systems to the market. USA Distributing’s long term goals are to work directly with the manufactures that are representing the markets they have targeted as well as provide customers with an all inclusive solution.

The company made sure their Training and Support would receive outstanding praise by offering comprehensive classroom and hands-on instruction covering production, assembly and integration, in addition to important business-building sales strategies. USA Distributing even assigns one of their own field representatives to provide valuable assistance in areas such as marketing, business strategy, and operations.

The company will offer a 24-hour support system that can assist with any question. Operations manuals and equipment packages are also available that cover every piece of equipment and inventory that a business would need. Everything from full

Hybrid Technologies’ lithium powered transportation products emerged from decades of experience in their proprietary Battery Technologies and Battery Management Systems (B.M.S.). By combining manufacturing, testing and development experience with engineering excellence, the company has uniquely positioned itself to lead the emerging electric transportation industry.

The goal of the company is to meet the demand for new battery advancements and propulsion systems in the arena of motorcycles cycles, cars, lawn and garden, and gas-powered products. Hybrid Technologies’ after-market solution can replace existing gas powered motors with a battery operated propulsion system, expanding the market opportunity to encompass virtually all aspects of the auto industry.

Hybrid Technologies, Inc. is currently the only company in the world that offers this exciting technology to the general public. As an emerging leader in the development and marketing of lithium-powered products, Hybrid Technologies is positioned to benefit from the rising demand for electric powered

Fisker Automotive, Inc. is an American premium car company with a cutting edge. Fisker cars use technology created by Quantum Technologies (QTWW) to achieve the world’s first true luxury plug-in hybrid sports car – The Fisker Karma.

Quantum designs and manufactures state-of-the-art clean propulsion technologies, fuel and energy storage technologies and services including propulsion systems for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, hydrogen internal combustion engine vehicles, compressed natural gas vehicles, liquid petroleum vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids.

Yesterday, Fisker announced that they will be aiding in the rehabilitation of the Michigan automotive industry by opening a 34,000 square foot facility in Pontiac, Michigan. The plant will house up to 200 engineers and designers whose primary goal will be to produce the Fisker Karma vehicle. The company’s main headquarters in Irvine, California will not be affected.

The Fisker Karma, with its proprietary Q-DRIVE powertrain developed by Quantum Technologies, will have the

Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc. (Nasdaq: QTWW) operates as a fully integrated alternative energy company engaged in the development and production of advanced propulsion systems, energy storage technologies and alternative fuel vehicles. The company’s affiliate, a privately owned “green” car company founded by QTWW in 2007, recently completed its Series C financing round on September 4, 2008.

“We are extremely pleased to have closed our C financing round at this time, particularly in light of the current market conditions,” Henrik Fisker, CEO of Fisker Automotive Inc. stated in the press release. “This shows investors, once again, that Fisker Automotive has a solid business plan and a globally experienced automotive team with very strong investors behind the company.”

The $65 million investment was led by an affiliate of Qatar Investment and includes participation from Palo Alto Investors and Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers. Alan Niedzwiecki, president and CEO of QTWW, said

Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (QTWW) is a diverse alternative energy company engaged in the development and production of propulsion systems, energy storage technologies, and alternative fuel vehicles. Quantum provides solutions, from conception to production, to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), commercial organizations, and governments. The company’s mission is to create breakthrough technologies that redefine the future of energy.

Quantum is a Tier 1 supplier of “green” vehicle technologies to automotive OEMs. The company’s technologies are being fully integrated into the transportation industry. Quantum’s core hybrid electric, hydrogen, and alternative fuel technologies allow for energy efficient use in hybrid and fuel cell vehicles.

With its knowledge of powertrain engineering and vehicle integration, Quantum has worked with the U.S. Army in designing complete fuel cell and hybrid vehicles. Utilizing the Quantum technology would provide soldiers with a tactical advantage by providing virtually silent operating modes that would have a reduced thermal signature,