Zapp Electric Vehicles Group Limited (Nasdaq: ZAPP) (“Zapp EV”, or
the “Company”), owner of Zapp, the British electric vehicle brand
on a mission to revolutionise personal urban mobility, has
partnered with Paris-based fintech firm Younited SA (“Younited”) to
offer customers its Younited Pay instant credit payment solution as
Zapp nears the European launch of its innovative i300 electric
urban motorcycle.
Working with Younited, a leader in instant
credit, Zapp will offer customers streamlined, highly-flexible
finance solutions at the point of sale – both online and in-store.
The partnership puts into place another key pillar of Zapp’s
innovative, customer-experience focused product offering.
Younited is a well-known financial services
firm, relied upon by established brands among leading technology
companies such as Microsoft, and has more than one million
customers across Europe. Its Younited Pay instalment payment
solution enables merchants, such as Zapp, to offer their customers
instant credit on-line or in-store, on flexible terms.
Younited Pay uses automated ‘smart banking’
technology to streamline the finance application process through
the customer’s banking app, eliminating the need for applicants to
fill in forms and/or submit documents. This enables a seamless
application and underwriting process, with instant credit
approval.
Younited Pay offers configurable payment plans
that fit the customer’s needs and preferences, including partial or
full financing, with payments spread across a timeframe that the
customer selects. The process is transparent, with no hidden fees
or charges.
The partnership will kick-off in Zapp’s initial
launch market of France before expanding into other countries.
Simon Noone, Zapp’s Head of
Europe, commented: “We’re delighted to announce Younited
as our financial services partner for Europe. We undertook an
exhaustive search to find the right company – one that perfectly
reflects Zapp’s values, and we’re confident we’ve found the best
possible partner.
“With over one million customers around Europe,
Younited Pay is - like Zapp - an innovative disruptor that breaks
new ground for its segment, while always putting customer
experience first. We’re looking forward to working with Younited
over the years to come, developing together as we grow our
footprint across Europe and beyond.”
Nicolas Pelpel, Younited’s Sales
Director Growth, added: “We’re proud to partner with Zapp,
a focused, innovative company at the cutting edge of sustainable
urban mobility. We’re very much aligned in our values, as both
Younited and Zapp use the latest technology to create truly
innovative products and meet customer needs. We look forward to
seeing this relationship grow and succeed in the months and years
to come.”
Zapp anticipates that it will begin deliveries
of the i300 later this year.
About Zapp
Zapp EV (Nasdaq: ZAPP) and its operating
subsidiaries are run by a team of experts from the mobility
industry, on a mission to redefine the electric two-wheeler
segment. Zapp’s debut product, the i300, is an urban electric
high-performance two-wheeler capable of traditional motorcycle
levels of performance in a step-through format, combining ease of
use with exhilaration and fun. The i300 is the first in a suite of
high-performance electric two-wheelers that Zapp plans to bring to
market. Zapp will offer a high-quality direct-to-customer
experience known as DSDTC (drop-ship-direct-to-customer). Customers
ordering the i300 online will have their bikes conveniently
delivered to their home by authorized “Zappers,” who will provide
at- home inspection, service and support throughout the vehicle
ownership lifecycle. Zapp is a registered trademark of Zapp
Electric Vehicles Limited in the United Kingdom and other
countries. For more information, visit www.zappev.com.
About Younited
Younited is a leading instant credit provider in
Europe. Constant innovation, cutting-edge technology and
exceptional user experience have allowed nearly one million
customers to have access to instant, simple and transparent credit
to refurbish their home, go on vacation, buy a new smartphone, or
bring any other project to life. Younited provides instant credit
throughout the customer journey, shopping, or banking, online or in
store, with a single Younited customer experience. Up to €50,000.
Up to 84 months. Instantly. Younited currently operates in France,
Italy, Spain, Portugal and Germany, and enables nearly two billion
euros in customer purchases annually. Younited has launched the
process to become a certified B-Corp. More information on
https://www.group.younited.com
Zapp Contacts:
Investor Relations Contact:
Mark Kobal
Head of Investor Relations
ir@zappev.com
Global Media Relations Contact:
Influence Emobility
Lisa Palmer
+44 (0) 7956 710028
pr@zappev.com
Media assets available here
Younited Contact:
Vanessa Marlier
+33 (0)6 16 59 51 16
younited@rumeurpublique.fr
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forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (or the “Exchange
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and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events
and results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by
the forward-looking statements in this document, including but not
limited to various general and specific risks and uncertainties
associated with the Company's business and finances in general.
Readers should review and carefully consider the
risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of
Zapp's registration statement on Form F-4, as amended (File No.
333-268857), which is incorporated herein by reference, and other
documents the Company files with or furnishes to the U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. These filings
identify and address important risks and uncertainties that could
cause actual events and results to differ materially from those
expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements herein. The
forward-looking statements herein represent the Company’s views as
of the date of this document. Subsequent events and developments
may cause these views to change. Readers are cautioned not to place
undue reliance on the forward-looking statements herein, all of
which are qualified by these cautionary statements. Zapp assumes no
obligation and does not intend to update or revise the
forward-looking statements herein, whether as a result of new
information, future events, or otherwise. Zapp does not give any
assurance that it will achieve its expectations. The inclusion of
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