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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
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QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the quarterly period ending September 30, 2008
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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. 1-33001
ENOVA SYSTEMS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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California
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
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95-3056150
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification Number) |
1560 West 190th Street, Torrance, California 90501
(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)
(310) 527-2800
(Registrants telephone number, including area code)
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 periods that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been
subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes þ No o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of large accelerated filer, accelerated filer and smaller reporting company in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filer o |
Accelerated filer o |
Non-accelerated filer o (Do not check if a smaller reporting company) |
Smaller reporting company þ |
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of
the Exchange Act). Yes o No þ
As of September 30, 2008, there were 20,635,041 shares of common stock outstanding.
ENOVA SYSTEMS, INC.
INDEX
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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
ENOVA SYSTEMS, INC.
BALANCE SHEETS
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September 30, |
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December 31, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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(Unaudited) |
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ASSETS |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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8,237,000 |
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$ |
10,485,000 |
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Short term investment |
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2,000,000 |
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Accounts receivable, net |
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663,000 |
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4,256,000 |
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Inventories and supplies, net |
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8,634,000 |
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3,565,000 |
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Prepaid expenses and other current assets |
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251,000 |
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457,000 |
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Total current assets |
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19,785,000 |
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18,763,000 |
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Property and equipment, net |
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1,944,000 |
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870,000 |
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Investment in non-consolidated joint venture |
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1,387,000 |
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1,470,000 |
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Intangible assets, net |
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66,000 |
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70,000 |
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Total assets |
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$ |
23,182,000 |
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$ |
21,173,000 |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY |
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Current liabilities: |
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Accounts payable |
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$ |
1,162,000 |
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$ |
1,877,000 |
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Deferred revenues |
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34,000 |
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101,000 |
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Accrued payroll and related obligations |
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384,000 |
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680,000 |
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Other accrued expenses |
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1,703,000 |
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2,063,000 |
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Current portion of notes payable |
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99,000 |
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95,000 |
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Total current liabilities |
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3,382,000 |
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4,816,000 |
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Accrued interest payable |
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959,000 |
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874,000 |
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Notes payable, net of current portion |
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1,261,000 |
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1,306,000 |
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Total liabilities |
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5,602,000 |
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6,996,000 |
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Stockholders equity: |
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Series A convertible preferred stock no par value, 30,000,000 shares
authorized; 2,652,412 issued and outstanding; liquidating preference
between $1.25 and $0.60 per share as of September 30, 2008 and December
31, 2007 |
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1,679,000 |
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1,679,000 |
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Series B convertible preferred stock no par value, 5,000,000 shares
authorized; 546,166 shares issued and outstanding; liquidating preference
at $2 per share as of September 30, 2008 and December 31, 2007 |
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1,094,000 |
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1,094,000 |
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Common Stock no par value, 750,000,000 shares authorized; 20,635,041 and
17,172,631 shares issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2008 and
December 31, 2007, respectively |
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134,569,000 |
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121,970,000 |
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Common stock subscribed |
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45,000 |
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30,000 |
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Stock notes receivable for the sale of preferred stock |
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(1,149,000 |
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(1,149,000 |
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Additional paid-in capital |
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7,322,000 |
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7,322,000 |
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Accumulated deficit |
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(125,980,000 |
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(116,769,000 |
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Total stockholders equity |
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17,580,000 |
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14,177,000 |
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Total liabilities and stockholders equity |
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$ |
23,182,000 |
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$ |
21,173,000 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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ENOVA SYSTEMS, INC.
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
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Three Months Ended |
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Nine Months Ended |
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September 30, |
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September 30, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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2008 |
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Revenues |
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163,000 |
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$ |
2,541,000 |
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$ |
5,811,000 |
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$ |
5,143,000 |
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Cost of revenues |
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256,000 |
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2,898,000 |
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6,434,000 |
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6,231,000 |
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Gross profit (loss) |
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(93,000 |
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(357,000 |
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(623,000 |
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(1,088,000 |
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Operating expenses |
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Research and development |
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677,000 |
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393,000 |
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2,017,000 |
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1,258,000 |
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Selling, general & administrative |
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2,847,000 |
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1,322,000 |
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6,696,000 |
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3,627,000 |
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Total operating expenses |
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3,524,000 |
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1,715,000 |
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8,713,000 |
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4,885,000 |
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Gross operating loss |
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(3,617,000 |
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(2,072,000 |
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(9,336,000 |
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(5,973,000 |
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Other income and (expense) |
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Interest and financing fees, net |
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54,000 |
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59,000 |
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208,000 |
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235,000 |
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Equity in losses of non-consolidated joint venture |
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(25,000 |
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(60,000 |
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(83,000 |
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(130,000 |
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Total other income, net |
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29,000 |
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(1,000 |
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125,000 |
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105,000 |
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Net loss |
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(3,588,000 |
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(2,073,000 |
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(9,211,000 |
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$ |
(5,868,000 |
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Basic and diluted loss per share |
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(0.17 |
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$ |
(0.13 |
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$ |
(0.48 |
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$ |
(0.38 |
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Weighted average number of shares outstanding |
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20,598,000 |
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16,333,000 |
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19,302,000 |
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15,340,000 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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ENOVA SYSTEMS, INC.
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
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Nine Months Ended |
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September 30, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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Cash flows from operating activities: |
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Net loss |
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(9,211,000 |
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(5,868,000 |
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Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities |
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Bad Debt Expense |
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575,000 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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425,000 |
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224,000 |
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Loss on asset disposal, net |
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40,000 |
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Inventory reserve |
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157,000 |
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Equity in losses of non-consolidated joint venture |
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83,000 |
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130,000 |
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Issuance of common stock for employee services |
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21,000 |
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Issuance of common stock for director services |
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129,000 |
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158,000 |
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Stock option expense |
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457,000 |
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60,000 |
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(Increase) decrease in: |
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Accounts receivable |
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3,018,000 |
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(2,405,000 |
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Inventory and supplies |
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(5,226,000 |
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(2,623,000 |
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Prepaid expenses and other current assets |
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206,000 |
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408,000 |
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Increase (decrease) in: |
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Accounts payable |
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(715,000 |
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1,248,000 |
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Deferred revenues |
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(67,000 |
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(332,000 |
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Accrued payroll and related expense |
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(296,000 |
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112,000 |
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Accrued expenses |
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(360,000 |
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1,106,000 |
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Accrued interest payable |
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85,000 |
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102,000 |
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Net cash used in operating activities |
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(10,719,000 |
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(7,640,000 |
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Cash flows from investing activities: |
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Purchases of short-term investments |
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(2,000,000 |
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Maturities of short-term investments |
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5,000,000 |
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Purchases of property and equipment |
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(1,496,000 |
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(246,000 |
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Net cash provided by (used) in investing activities |
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(3,496,000 |
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4,754,000 |
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Cash flows from financing activities: |
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Payment on notes payable and capital lease obligations |
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(41,000 |
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(25,000 |
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Net proceeds from the sales of common stock |
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12,008,000 |
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10,957,000 |
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Proceeds from stock notes receivable |
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27,000 |
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Net cash provided by financing activities |
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11,967,000 |
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10,959,000 |
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Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |
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(2,248,000 |
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8,073,000 |
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Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period |
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10,485,000 |
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5,612,000 |
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Cash and cash equivalents, end of period |
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$ |
8,237,000 |
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$ |
13,685,000 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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ENOVA SYSTEMS, INC.
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
Nine Months ended September 30, 2008 and 2007
1. Description of the Company and its Business
Enova Systems, Inc. (Enova or the Company) changed its name in July 2000. The Company was
previously known as U.S. Electricar, Inc., a California corporation, which was incorporated on July
30, 1976. The Company is a globally recognized leader as a supplier of efficient,
environmentally-friendly digital power components and systems products, in conjunction with
associated engineering services. The Companys core competencies are focused on the
commercialization of power management and conversion systems for mobile and stationary
applications.
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Interim Financial Information
The financial information as of and for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 is
unaudited but includes all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) that the
Company considers necessary for a fair statement of its financial position at such dates and the
operating results and cash flows for those periods. The year-end balance sheet data was derived
from audited financial statements, and certain information and note disclosures normally included
in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
have been condensed or omitted pursuant to SEC rules or regulations; however, the Company believes
the disclosures made are adequate to make the information presented not misleading.
The results of operations for the interim periods presented are not necessarily indicative of
the results of operations to be expected for the fiscal year. These condensed interim financial
statements should be read in conjunction with the audited financial statements for the year ended
December 31, 2007, which are included in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year then
ended.
Reclassifications
Certain reclassifications have been made to the prior period financial statements to conform
to the current quarter presentation.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The carrying amount of financial instruments, including cash and cash equivalents, accounts
receivable, accounts payable, short term investments and accrued expenses, approximate fair value
due to the short maturity of these instruments. The carrying value of all other financial
instruments is representative of their fair values. The Companys short and long term debt may be
less than the carrying value since there is no readily ascertainable market for the debt given the
financial position of the Company.
Revenue Recognition
The Company manufactures proprietary products and other products based on design
specifications provided by its customers. The Company recognizes revenue only when all of the
following criteria have been met:
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Persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists; |
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Delivery has occurred or services have been rendered; |
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The fee for the arrangement is fixed or determinable; and |
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Collectibility is reasonably assured. |
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Persuasive Evidence of an Arrangement The Company documents all terms of an arrangement in
a written contract signed by the customer prior to recognizing revenue.
Delivery Has Occurred or Services Have Been Rendered The Company performs all services or
delivers all products prior to recognizing revenue. Professional consulting and engineering
services are considered to be performed when the services are complete. Equipment is considered
delivered upon delivery to a customers designated location. In certain instances, the customer
elects to take title upon shipment.
The Fee for the Arrangement is Fixed or Determinable Prior to recognizing revenue, a
customers fee is either fixed or determinable under the terms of the written contract. Fees for
professional consulting services, engineering services and equipment sales are fixed under the
terms of the written contract. The customers fee is negotiated at the outset of the arrangement
and is not subject to refund or adjustment during the initial term of the arrangement.
Collectibility is Reasonably Assured The Company determines that collectibility is
reasonably assured prior to recognizing revenue. Collectibility is assessed on a
customer-by-customer basis based on criteria outlined by management. New customers are subject to a
credit review process, which evaluates the customers financial position and ultimately its ability
to pay. The Company does not enter into arrangements unless collectibility is reasonably assured at
the outset. Existing customers are subject to ongoing credit evaluations based on payment history
and other factors. If it is determined during the arrangement that collectibility is not reasonably
assured, revenue is recognized on a cash basis. Additionally, in accordance with the Securities and
Exchange Commissions Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 104 (SAB 104), amounts received upfront for
engineering or development fees under multiple-element arrangements are deferred and recognized
over the period of committed services or performance, if such arrangements require the Company to
provide on-going services or performance. All amounts received under collaborative research
agreements or research and development contracts are nonrefundable, regardless of the success of
the underlying research.
Pursuant to Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF) of the Financial Accounting Standards Board
Issue 00-21. EITF Issue 00-21 addressed the accounting for arrangements that may involve the
delivery or performance of multiple products, services and/or rights to use assets. Specifically,
Issue 00-21 requires the recognition of revenue from milestone payments over the remaining minimum
period of performance obligations. As required, the Company applies the principles of Issue 00-21
to multiple element agreements.
The Company also recognizes engineering and construction contract revenues using the
percentage-of-completion method, based primarily on contract costs incurred to date compared with
total estimated contract costs. Customer-furnished materials, labor, and equipment, and in certain
cases subcontractor materials, labor, and equipment, are included in revenues and cost of revenues
when management believes that the company is responsible for the ultimate acceptability of the
project. Contracts are segmented between types of services, such as engineering and construction,
and accordingly, gross margin related to each activity is recognized as those separate services are
rendered.
Changes to total estimated contract costs or losses, if any, are recognized in the period in
which they are determined. Claims against customers are recognized as revenue upon settlement.
Revenues recognized in excess of amounts received are classified as current assets under contract
work-in-progress. Amounts billed to clients in excess of revenues recognized to date are classified
as current liabilities on contracts.
Changes in project performance and conditions, estimated profitability, and final contract
settlements may result in future revisions to engineering and development contract costs and
revenue.
These accounting policies were applied consistently for all periods presented. Our operating
results would be affected if other alternatives were used. Information about the impact on our
operating results is included in the footnotes to our financial statements.
Several other factors related to the Company may have a significant impact on our operating
results from year to year. For example, the accounting rules governing the timing of revenue
recognition related to product contracts are complex and it can be difficult to estimate when we
will recognize revenue generated by a given transaction. Factors such as acceptance of services
provided, payment terms, creditworthiness of the customer, and timing of delivery or acceptance of
our products often cause revenues related to sales generated in one period to be deferred and
recognized in later periods. For arrangements in which services revenue is deferred, related direct
and incremental costs may also be deferred.
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Stock Based Compensation
The Company calculates stock-based compensation expense in accordance with SFAS No. 123
revised, Share-Based Payment (SFAS 123(R)). This pronouncement requires the measurement and
recognition of compensation expense for all share-based payment awards made to employees and
directors, including employee stock options to be based on estimated fair values.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles 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
financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.
Although management believes these estimates and assumptions are adequate, actual results could
differ from the estimates and assumptions used.
3. Inventory
Inventory is priced at the lower of cost or market utilizing the first-in, first-out (FIFO) cost
flow assumption and is comprised of the following:
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September 30, |
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December 31, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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Raw Materials |
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7,375,000 |
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3,037,000 |
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Work In Progress |
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1,051,000 |
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489,000 |
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Finished Goods |
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466,000 |
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139,000 |
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Reserve for Obsolescence |
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(258,000 |
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(100,000 |
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Total |
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8,634,000 |
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3,565,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
4. Other Accrued Expenses
Other Accrued Expenses is comprised of the following:
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|
|
|
|
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|
|
|
|
September 30, |
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
Accrued Inventory Received |
|
|
673,000 |
|
|
|
429,000 |
|
Accrued Professional Services |
|
|
344,000 |
|
|
|
890,000 |
|
Accrued Warranty |
|
|
686,000 |
|
|
|
734,000 |
|
Other Accrued Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
10,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total |
|
|
1,703,000 |
|
|
|
2,063,000 |
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|
|
|
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|
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5. Notes Payable, Long-Term Debt and Other Financing
Notes payable, long-term debt, and other financing is comprised of the following:
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|
September 30, |
|
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December 31, |
|
|
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2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
Secured note payable to Credit
Managers Association of California,
bearing interest at prime plus 3%
through maturity. Principal and unpaid
interest due in April 2016. A sinking
fund escrow is required to be funded
with 10% of future equity financing,
as defined in the Agreement |
|
$ |
1,238,000 |
|
|
$ |
1,238,000 |
|
Secured note payable to a financial
institution in the original amount of
$95,000, bearing interest at 6.21%,
payable in 36 equal monthly
installments of principal and interest
through October 1, 2009 |
|
|
35,000 |
|
|
|
59,000 |
|
Secured note payable to a financial
institution in the original amount of
$35,000, bearing interest at 10.45%,
payable in 30 equal monthly
installments of principal and interest
through November 1, 2009 |
|
|
17,000 |
|
|
|
27,000 |
|
Secured note payable to a Coca Cola
Enterprises in the original amount of
$40,000, bearing interest at 10% per
annum. Principal and unpaid interest
due on demand |
|
|
40,000 |
|
|
|
40,000 |
|
Secured note payable to a financial
institution in the original amount of
$39,000, bearing interest at 4.99% per
annum, payable in 48 equal monthly
installments of principal and interest
through September 1, 2011 |
|
|
30,000 |
|
|
|
37,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,360,000 |
|
|
|
1,401,000 |
|
Less current portion |
|
|
(99,000 |
) |
|
|
(95,000 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term portion |
|
$ |
1,261,000 |
|
|
$ |
1,306,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Revolving Credit Agreement
In October 2007, the Company entered into a secured revolving credit facility with a financial
institution (the Credit Agreement) for $2,000,000. The Credit Agreement is secured by a
$2,000,000 certificate of deposit. The interest rate is the certificate of deposit rate plus 1.25%
with interest payable monthly and the principal due at maturity. The Credit Agreement expires on
June 30, 2009. As of September 30, 2008, the Company had $1,800,000 available under the terms of
the Credit Agreement as the financial institution has issued a $200,000 irrevocable letter of
credit in favor of Sunshine Distribution LP (Landlord), with respect to the lease of the
Companys new corporate headquarters at 1560 West 190th Street, Torrance, California.
6. Shareholders Equity
On April 3, 2008, the Company sold 2,131,274 shares of common stock at 195 pence sterling per
share (approximately US$3.91 per share) to certain eligible offshore investors. The Company
received approximately 4,200,000 pounds sterling (approximately US$8,300,000) in gross proceeds
from the offering. The placement agent earned a 5% selling commission, resulting in proceeds to
Enova before offering expenses of approximately 3,990,000 pounds sterling (approximately
$7,784,000).
On May 1, 2008, the Company sold 1,273,700 shares of common stock for $3.91 per share to
certain accredited investors, resulting in gross proceeds of approximately $4,980,000. The
placement agent earned a selling commission of (i) a cash payment of approximately $249,000 and
(ii) 25,474 shares of common stock, in addition to reimbursement of expenses. After placement fees
and offering expenses, the Company received net proceeds of approximately $4,704,000. The Company
granted the investors certain resale registration rights. In accordance with those rights, the
Company filed a Registration Statement on Form S-3 (333-151502), covering the resale of 1,299,174
shares, that the Securities and Exchange Commission declared effective on June 17, 2008.
In third quarter of 2008, the Board of Directors voted and approved an increase in quarterly
compensation for Directors meeting attendance to a flat rate of $5,000 in cash and $7,500 in common
stock valued at the closing price on the last business day of the quarter in which the meeting is
held. Directors are still reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses incurred in connection with
attending Board and committee meetings. At September 30, 2008 and December 31, 2007, the Company
was committed to issue 20,358 and 6,250 shares of common stock, respectively, to its Directors. The
value of this common stock subscribed at September 30, 2008 and December 31, 2007 was $45,000 and
$30,000, respectively and represents compensation to its Directors.
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7. Related Party Transactions
The son and daughter-in-law of a Director on the Board of Directors own a website consulting
firm that provides website design and tradeshow support services to the Company. During the three
and nine months ended September 30, 2008, the Company paid consulting fees and expenses to this
firm in the amount of approximately $30,000 and $122,000, respectively. There were outstanding
payables of $30,000 owed to this firm as of September 30, 2008.
8. Stock Based Compensations Plans
Stock Option Program Description
For the year ended December 31, 2007, the Company had one equity compensation plan, the 2006
Equity Compensation Plan (the 2006 Plan). The 1996 Stock Option Plan has expired for the purposes
of issuing new grants. However, the 1996 Plan will continue to govern awards previously granted
under that plan. The 2006 Plan has been approved by the Companys Shareholders. Equity compensation
grants are designed to reward employees and executives for their long term contributions to the
Company and to provide incentives for them to remain with the Company. The number and frequency of
equity compensation grants are based on competitive practices, operating results of the company,
and government regulations.
The 2006 Plan has a total of 3,000,000 shares reserved for issuance, of which a total of
583,000 options have been granted and are outstanding as of September 30, 2008. All stock options
have between five and ten year terms and generally vest and become fully exercisable from one to
three years from the date of grant. As of December 31, 2007, the Company had 329,000 options
outstanding which were comprised of issuances from both the 1996 Plan and the 2006 Plan of 114,000
and 215,000, respectively.
Quarter ended September 30, 2008
In conjunction with the adoption of SFAS 123(R), the Company elected to attribute the value of
share-based compensation to expense using the straight-line method, which was previously used for
its pro forma information required under SFAS 123. Share-based compensation expense related to
stock options and employee stock purchases was $457,000 and $184,000 for the nine and three months
ended September 30, 2008, respectively. Share-based compensation expense was recorded in the
financial statements as a component of selling, general and administrative expense.
Share-based compensation expense reduced the Companys results of operations as follows:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
|
September 30, |
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
Income from continuing operations before income taxes |
|
$ |
184,000 |
|
|
$ |
20,000 |
|
Income from continuing operations after income taxes |
|
$ |
184,000 |
|
|
$ |
20,000 |
|
Cash flows from operations |
|
$ |
184,000 |
|
|
$ |
20,000 |
|
Cash flows from financing activities |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
Basic and diluted earnings per share |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Nine Months Ended |
|
|
September 30, |
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
Income from continuing operations before income taxes |
|
$ |
457,000 |
|
|
$ |
60,000 |
|
Income from continuing operations after income taxes |
|
$ |
457,000 |
|
|
$ |
60,000 |
|
Cash flows from operations |
|
$ |
457,000 |
|
|
$ |
60,000 |
|
Cash flows from financing activities |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
Basic and diluted earnings per share |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
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As of September 30, 2008, the total compensation cost related to non-vested awards not yet
recognized is $975,000. The weighted average period over which the future compensation cost is
expected to be recognized is 27 months.
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Aggregate Plan |
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
Contractual Term |
|
|
Aggregate |
|
|
|
Options |
|
|
Exercise Price |
|
|
in Years |
|
|
Instrinsic Value |
|
Outstanding at December 31, 2007 |
|
|
329,000 |
|
|
$ |
4.23 |
|
|
|
5.85 |
|
|
$ |
85,000 |
|
Granted |
|
|
420,000 |
|
|
$ |
3.82 |
|
|
|
9.74 |
|
|
$ |
|
|
Exercised |
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
Forfeited |
|
|
(56,000 |
) |
|
$ |
4.05 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Outstanding at September 30, 2008 |
|
|
693,000 |
|
|
$ |
4.23 |
|
|
|
6.99 |
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Exercisable at September 30, 2008 |
|
|
334,000 |
|
|
$ |
4.17 |
|
|
|
5.82 |
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The aggregate intrinsic value represents the total pretax intrinsic value, which is the
difference between the Companys closing stock price on the last trading day of the third quarter
of fiscal 2008 or $2.21 and the exercise price times the number of shares that would have been
received by the option holders if they had exercised their options on September 30, 2008. This
amount will change based on the fair market value of the Companys stock. The exercise prices of
the options outstanding at September 30, 2008 ranged from $3.81 to $4.95. The exercise prices of
the options outstanding at December 31, 2007 ranged from $4.10 to $4.95. Options exercisable were
334,000 and 204,000 at September 30, 2008 and December 31, 2007, respectively. The Companys policy
is to issue shares from its authorized shares upon the exercise of stock options.
9. Supplemental Cash Flow Information
The Statement of Cash Flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 and September 30,
2007, does not include under the caption cash flows from financing activities interest paid of
$5,000 and $5,000, respectively.
10. Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 141R, Business Combinations (SFAS 141R) which
establishes principles and requirements for how the acquirer of a business recognizes and measures
in its financial statements the identifiable assets acquired, the liabilities assumed, and any
noncontrolling interest in the acquiree. The statement also provides guidance for recognizing and
measuring the goodwill acquired in the business combination and determines what information to
disclose to enable users of the financial statement to evaluate the nature and financial effects of
the business combination. SFAS 141R is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years
beginning after December 15, 2008. Accordingly, any business combinations the Company engages in
will be recorded and disclosed following existing GAAP until January 1, 2009. The Company does not
expect SFAS 141R will have an impact on its financial statements when effective, but the nature and
magnitude of the specific effects will depend upon the nature, terms and size of the acquisitions
the Company consummates after the effective date. The Company is evaluating the impact of this
standard and currently does not expect it to have a significant impact on its financial position,
results of operations or cash flows.
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 160, Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated
Financial Statements, an amendment of ARB No. 51 (SFAS 160). SFAS 160 introduces significant
changes in the accounting and reporting for business acquisitions and noncontrolling interest
(NCI) in a subsidiary. SFAS 160 also changes the accounting for and reporting for the
deconsolidation of a subsidiary. Companies are required to adopt the new standard for fiscal years
beginning after January 1, 2009. The Company is evaluating the impact of this standard and
currently does not expect it to have a significant impact on its financial position, results of
operations or cash flows.
In February 2008, The FASB issued FSP No. 140-3, Accounting for Transfers of Financial Assets
and Repurchase Financing Transactions (FSP No. 140-3). FSP No. 140-3 clarifies repurchase
financing, which is a repurchase agreement that relates to a previously transferred financial asset
between the same counterparties (or consolidated affiliates of either counterparty), that is
entered into contemporaneously with, or in contemplation of, the initial transfer. FSP No. 140-3 is
effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2008 and interim periods within those
fiscal years. The Company is evaluating the impact of this standard and currently does not expect
the adoption of FSP No. 140-3 to have a significant impact on its financial position, cash flows
and results of operations.
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In September 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Statement of
Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 157, Fair Value Measurements. The Statement defines
fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting
principles and expands disclosure related to the use of fair value measures in financial
statements. The provisions of SFAS No. 157 were to be effective for fiscal years beginning after
November 15, 2007. On February 6, 2008, the FASB agreed to defer the effective date of SFAS No. 157
for one year for certain nonfinancial assets and nonfinancial liabilities, except those that are
recognized or disclosed at fair value in the financial statements on a recurring basis (at least
annually). Effective January 1, 2008, the Company adopted SFAS No. 157 except as it applies to
those nonfinancial assets and nonfinancial liabilities. The adoption of SFAS No. 157 did not have
significant impact on its financial position, cash flows and results of operations.
In February 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 159 , The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets
and Financial Liabilities including an amendment of FASB Statement No. 115 (SFAS 159). SFAS
159 permits entities to measure many financial instruments and certain other items at fair value.
Effective January 1, 2008, the Company adopted SFAS No. 159, The Fair Value Option for Financial
Assets and Financial Liabilities including an amendment of FASB Statement No. 115. SFAS No. 159
allows an entity the irrevocable option to elect fair value for the initial and subsequent
measurement of certain financial assets and liabilities under an instrument-by-instrument election.
Subsequent measurements for the financial assets and liabilities an entity elects to fair value
will be recognized in the results of operations. SFAS No. 159 also establishes additional
disclosure requirements. The Company did not elect the fair value option under SFAS No. 159 for any
of its financial assets or liabilities upon adoption. The adoption of SFAS No. 159 did not have a
significant impact on its financial position, cash flows and results of operations.
In March 2008, the FASB issued SFAS No. 161 Disclosures about Derivative Instruments and
Hedging Activities an amendment of FASB Statement No. 133 (SFAS 161). SFAS 161 requires
qualitative disclosures about objectives and strategies for using derivatives, quantitative
disclosures about fair value amounts of and gains and losses on derivative instruments, and
disclosures about credit-risk-related contingent features in derivative agreements. Companies are
required to adopt the new standard for be effective for financial statements issued for fiscal
years and interim periods beginning after November 15, 2008. The Company does not expect the
adoption of SFAS 161 to have a significant impact on its financial position, results of operations
or cash flows.
In June 2007 the FASB ratified EITF No. 07-3, Accounting for Nonrefundable Advance Payments
for Goods or Services to Be Used in Future Research and Development Activities (EITF 07-3) which
requires non-refundable advance payments for goods and services to be used in future research and
development activities to be recorded as an asset and the payments to be expensed when the research
and development activities are performed. EITF 07-3 is effective for fiscal years beginning after
December 15, 2007. Effective January 1, 2008, the Company adopted EITF 07-3. The adoption of EITF
07-3 did not have a significant impact on its financial position, results of operations or cash
flows.
In April 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position (FSP) No. FAS 142-3, Determination of
the Useful Life of Intangible Assets, (FSP 142-3). The intent of this FSP is to improve
consistency between the useful life of a recognized intangible asset under SFAS No. 142, Goodwill
and Other Intangible Assets (SFAS No. 142), and the period of expected cash flows used to
measure the fair value of the intangible asset under SFAS No. 141R. FSP No. 142-3 will require that
the determination of the useful life of intangible assets acquired after the effective date of this
FSP shall include assumptions regarding renewal or extension, regardless of whether such
arrangements have explicit renewal or extension provisions, based on an entitys historical
experience in renewing or extending such arrangements. In addition, FSP No. 142-3 requires expanded
disclosures regarding intangible assets existing as of each reporting period. FSP 142-3 is
effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008, and
interim periods within those years. The Company does not expect the adoption of FSP 142-3 to have a
significant impact on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
In May 2008, the FASB issued Financial Accounting Standard (FAS) No. 162, The Hierarchy of
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The statement is intended to improve financial reporting
by identifying a consistent hierarchy for selecting accounting principles to be used in preparing
financial statements that are prepared in conformance with generally accepted accounting
principles. Unlike Statement on Auditing Standards (SAS) No. 69, The Meaning of Present in
Conformity With GAAP, FAS No. 162 is directed to the entity rather than the auditor. The statement
is effective 60 days following the SECs approval of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
(PCAOB) amendments to AU Section 411, The Meaning of Present Fairly in Conformity with GAAP, and
is not expected to have any impact on the Companys results of operations, financial condition or
liquidity.
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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q contains statements indicating expectations about future performance
and other forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. We usually use words such as
may, will, should,
expect, plan, anticipate,
believe, estimate, predict,
future,
intend, potential, or continue or the negative of these terms or similar expressions to identify
forward-looking statements. These statements appear throughout this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and
are statements regarding our current intent, belief or expectation, primarily with respect to our operations
and related industry developments. Examples of these statements include, but are not limited to, statements
regarding the following: potential United States, United Kingdom, and Chinese regulatory or legislative
incentives and initiatives for alternative-fuel vehicles, our future operating expenses, our future losses, our
future expenditures for research and development and the sufficiency of our cash resources. You should not
place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q. Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-
looking statements for many reasons, including the risks faced by us and described in our Annual Report
on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007.
We cannot guarantee that any forward-looking statement will be realized, although we believe
we have been prudent in our plans and assumptions. Achievement of future results is subject to
risks, uncertainties and potentially inaccurate assumptions. Should known or unknown risks or
uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove inaccurate, actual results could
differ materially from past results and those anticipated, estimated or projected. You should bear
this in mind as you consider forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to publicly
update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or
otherwise.
The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the unaudited interim
financial statements and notes thereto included in Part I, Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form
10-Q and with the financial statements and notes thereto and Managements Discussion and Analysis
of Financial Condition and Results of Operations contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for
the year ended December 31, 2007.
Overview
The Company believes it is a leader in the development and production of proprietary,
commercial digital power management systems for medium and heavy transportation applications such
as trucks and buses. Power management systems control and monitor electric power in a
transportation or commercial application such as an automobile or a stand-alone power generator.
Drive systems are comprised of an electric motor, an electronics control unit and a gear unit which
power an electric vehicle. Hybrid systems, which are similar to pure electric drive systems,
contain an internal combustion engine in addition to the electric motor, eliminating external
recharging of the battery system. A hydrogen fuel cell based system is similar to a hybrid system,
except that instead of an internal combustion engine, a fuel cell is utilized as the power source.
A fuel cell is a system which combines hydrogen and oxygen in a chemical process to produce
electricity. Stationary power systems utilize similar components to those which are in a mobile
drive system in addition to other elements. These stationary systems are effective as power-assist
or back-up systems, alternative power, for residential, commercial and industrial applications.
A fundamental element of the Companys strategy is to develop and produce advanced proprietary
software, firmware and hardware for applications in these alternative power markets. Our focus is
digital power conversion, power management, and system integration, for two broad market
applications vehicle power generation and stationary power generation. Specifically, we
develop, design and produce drive systems and related components for electric, hybrid-electric,
fuel cell and microturbine-powered vehicles. We also develop, design and produce power management
and power conversion components for stationary distributed power generation systems. These
stationary applications can employ hydrogen fuel cells, microturbines, or advanced batteries for
power storage and generation. Additionally, we perform research and development to augment and
support others and our own related product development efforts.
Our product development strategy is to design and introduce to market successively advanced
products, each based on our core technical competencies. In each of our product/market segments, we
provide products and services to leverage these competencies in digital power management, power
conversion and system integration. We believe that the underlying technical requirements shared
among the market segments will allow us to more quickly transition from one emerging market to the
next, with the goal of capturing early market share.
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The Companys primary market focus centers on both series and parallel heavy-duty drive
systems for multiple vehicle and marine applications. A series hybrid system is one where only the
electric motor connects to the drive shaft; a parallel hybrid system is one where both the internal
combustion engine and the electric motor are connected to the drive shaft. We believe series-hybrid
and
parallel hybrid medium and heavy-duty drive system sales offer Enova the greatest return on
investment in both the short and long term. We believe the medium and heavy-duty hybrid markets
best chances of significant growth lie in identifying and pooling the largest possible numbers of
early adopters in high-volume applications such as fleets. We will attempt to utilize our
competitive advantages, including customer alliances, to gain greater market share. By aligning
ourselves with key customers in our target markets of Europe, Asia, and North America, we believe
alliances will result in the latest technology being implemented and customer requirements being
met, with a minimal level of additional time or expense. Additionally, our management believes that
this area will see significant growth over the next three years as our target markets and their
governments adopt greenhouse gas cutting initiatives and increase fuel economy standards. As we
penetrate more emerging market areas such as India and Singapore, we are continually refining and
optimizing both our market strategy and our product line to maintain our leading edge in power
management and conversion systems for mobile applications.
In light of our efforts to grow market share in our target markets and penetrate emerging
ones, the Company acknowledged the principal barrier to commercialization of our drive systems is
cost. The high cost of engineering proprietary software and hardware for our drive systems is high
because economies of production in specialized hybrid drive system component parts, batteries, and
vehicle integration have not been achieved. Therefore, the cost of our products and engineering
services are currently higher than our gasoline and diesel competitor counterparts. Our customers
monitor leading global economic indicators and industry forecasts to manage their production
schedule requirements. As a result of our customers current reviews on the economy and demand
forecasts, the commercialization of our drive systems has yet to be realized and continues to
prevent this maturation. We also believe maturation into commercialization of our drive systems
will result in decreases to our long run average costs of materials and services as volume
increases over time.
In January 2008, we announced a production contract with Smith Electric Vehicles, a division
of The Tanfield Group Plc. At the time, based upon the contract, the Company expected to supply in
excess of 1,000 units in 2008 and as many as 3,000 in 2009 to Smith Electric Vehicles. In July
2008, however, Tanfield announced that although demand for electric vehicles has remained, it now
expects lower forecast sales of electric vehicles. To date, Enova has delivered 450 drive systems
to Tanfield, consisting of 306 units in 2007 and 144 units in 2008. Due to Tanfields realigned
growth strategy, Enova now expects fewer orders of drive systems from Tanfield in 2008 and 2009.
There are no assurances that purchase orders will be realized from Tanfield and therefore revenues
may decline in comparison to the prior fiscal 2007 year.
In February 2008, we announced a contract with Th!nk Global on the production of 1,000 Power
Control Units in 2008. In the second quarter of 2008, Enova and Th!nk Global management convened in
Torrance to discuss future pricing and other commercial terms. Subsequently, Enova determined this
product was unlikely to be profitable under the negotiated conditions. Enova and Th!nk Global
mutually agreed to support the relocation of this business to an alternative supplier selected by
Th!nk Global. Th!nk Global has agreed to purchase certain production rights associated with the
Power Control Unit. In the third quarter of 2008, we identified approximately $505,000 of
Th!nk Global outstanding receivables
and thus recorded a respective increase to the allowance for doubtful accounts of the aforementioned
amount. We will continue to actively pursue these outstanding receivables even though considered doubtful
for collection.
In March 2008, the Company finalized its move into a 43,000 square foot facility located at
1560 W 190th Street, Torrance (the lease). The Lease term commenced on November 1, 2007, and
expires on January 1, 2013. Our expansion into a new facility was determined an essential part of
our movement into a production stage. The Company also began planning for a certification and audit
of its standards in accordance with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). We
believe the receipt of an independent ISO certification will allow the Company to supplement its
existing product and service characteristics of quality, environmental friendliness, safety,
reliability, efficiency and versatility.
In May 2008, we expanded an existing customer relationship by entering into a long term supply
agreement with IC Corporation, a division of Navistar. Pursuant to the agreement, Navistar has
agreed to purchase Post-Transmission Hybrid drive systems equipment and services exclusively from
Enova, and Enova has agreed to supply drive systems equipment and services to Navistar. In
addition, Enova has agreed to not sell drive systems equipment and services to any other party
other than Navistar into the North American school and commercial bus market, unless expressly
authorized by Navistar. The initial term of the agreement terminates on February 28, 2011 and may
be extended for two additional terms of 12 months upon agreement by Enova and Navistar. The
agreement may be terminated by Navistar for any reason with 120 days prior notice to Enova by
Navistar. If certain Navistar purchasing goals are not achieved by Navistar, Enovas obligation to
exclusively supply drive systems to Navistar in the North American school and commercial bus market
may be terminated. In addition, if Enova is unable to supply Navistars requirements pursuant to
the Agreement, then Navistars obligation to exclusively purchase from Enova may be terminated.
Although the supply agreement provides forecasted volumes, there is no assurance these goals will
be met. The revenue we receive under the agreement will depend upon the number of drive systems
ordered.
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During the second quarter, Enova management visited FAW research and development center and
FAWs affiliate electronics manufacturer in China, to further develop the basis for a continued
cooperation on hybrid transit buses, and potentially on other FAW vehicles. Enova has developed a
customized, pre-transmission, solution for FAW. This system has been designed in parallel with
FAWs development of a new transmission package, which they hope to aggressively market across
Asia, and possibly export abroad. The designed in feature of our pre-transmission hybrid system
indicates that Enova will continue to be heavily engaged with FAW in their efforts to market their
hybrid solutions.
In July 2008, we delivered a plug-in hybrid bus to Denali National Park for use in
transporting visitors. The IC Corporation bus included our unique post-transmission parallel hybrid
drive technology. We believe the utilization of our products in environments such as National Parks
further demonstrates the diverse opportunities for our drive system. The delivery of this plug-in
hybrid bus is part of the continued worldwide sales growth of our drive system technology for
commercial and transit buses. According to results from recent independent third-party dynamometer
testing, our IC Corporation plug-in hybrid bus is cleaner than standard diesel buses as they reduce
carbon dioxide emissions by as much as 40 percent, nitrogen oxide by up to 20 percent and
particulate matter by as much as 30 percent.
In August 2008, we were engaged to develop two different prototype transit buses for a new UK
bus manufacturer, Optare Plc (Optare). These vehicles were delivered in the third quarter of 2008.
The plug-in hybrid diesel-electric and full-electric vehicles will use the latest lithium ion
battery technology to provide maximum vehicle range and fuel efficiency. Enovas electric and
hybrid drive system solutions include fully integrated on-board or stationary battery charging
systems. The Enova drive systems and chargers will be featured in two new Optare transit buses
which will debut at the Euro Bus Expo taking place in Birmingham, UK in the fourth quarter of 2008.
In the second quarter of 2008, we completed the commissioning of the drive systems in 8
maintenance locomotives for the Light Transit Authority of Singapore, Malaysia. Enova supplied
drive motors, chargers, and battery control units to Tomoe, who, in conjunction with the Hitachi
Corporation, completed the testing and delivery of these locomotives. Enova and Tomoe will bid on
additional orders later this year. There are no assurances purchase orders will be realized from
this bidding.
In September 2008, we announced the completion of twenty (20) successful trials of our
pre-transmission hybrid drive systems in First Auto Works of China (FAW) Hybrid City buses.
These trials were completed on passenger routes within the Olympic sector during the Beijing
Olympics. As a result of these trials, additional orders have been placed for our pre-transmission
hybrid-electric drive from FAW. The FAW hybrid-electric City Bus is a vehicle that is built by
the Wuxi division of FAW Bus & Coach. The factory is now set to begin mass production of the new
hybrid municipal transit bus which is designed for Chinas increasingly popular Bus Rapid Transit
(BRT) systems and traditional inner city mass transit routes. This new model, with 10 proprietary
patents, delivers a fuel economy increase of 38% and an emissions reduction of 30%, compared to
traditional diesel buses.
In the third quarter of 2008, the Company continued to evaluate prototype vehicles that were
sent to Isuzu Motors Ltd., who had previously delivered them to two of their largest fleet
customers. Enova has provided service training for these fleet owners, and continues to monitor the
vehicles during their evaluation. We continue to mature this relationship, as we believe it will
develop into viable business relationships.
During the third quarter of 2008, Enova, along with Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), continued
to evaluate their relationship to determine its future role for both companies. Although integral
to our development and financial stability in prior years, Enova is now more established in the
market as a fully functional, self-sufficient entity. To meet the anticipated needs of our core
customers, we have developed resources to supply our products to the medium and heavy duty truck
and bus market segment.
During the third quarter of 2008, we continued to develop and produce electric and hybrid
electric drive systems and components for FAW, International Truck and Engine (IC Corp), the US
Military, Wright Bus Ltd. and Optare Plc of the United Kingdom, and Tomoe of Japan as well as
several other domestic and international vehicle and bus manufacturers. We also were successful in
introducing our technology to companies such as Concurrent Technology Corporation (CTC), PUES
(Tokyo Research and Development), Verizon, and Navistar (International Truck and Engine, IC
Corporation).
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The Company concluded that a material weakness in the Companys internal controls over
financial reporting existed as of December 31, 2007, as reported in the Companys Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007. The material weakness related to ineffective
controls over the inventory pricing, tracking, and reserve analysis. Throughout the nine months
ended
September 30, 2008, the Company increased the number of qualified personnel with sufficient
depth, skills, and experience in the production, engineering, and accounting departments in order
to mitigate the risks of material misstatement due to ineffective controls over inventory pricing,
tracking, and reserve. On September 30, 2008, the Companys management, including its Chief
Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of the Companys
disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) promulgated under the Securities
and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. As a result of the strengthening and enhancement of the
existing controls at the Company, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have
concluded that the material weakness described above no longer exists.
Enova continues to receive recognition from both governmental and private industry with
regards to both commercial and military application of its hybrid drive systems and fuel cell power
management technologies. Although we believe that current negotiations with various parties may
result in production contracts during 2008 and beyond, there are no assurances that such additional
agreements will be realized. Furthermore, the general economic outlook for the latter part of our
fiscal year 2008 appears to indicate the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK) markets are
in the midst of a recession which is currently defined as two continuous quarters of contraction of
Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Although there is no evidence of GDP contraction in China for the
third quarter of 2008, the Chinese government reported a slowed growth of an annual rate of 9
percent in China. The Company considers the US, the UK, and China as key countries in our target
markets of North America, Europe, and Asia. The US Department of Commerce reported the US economy
decreased at an annual rate of 0.3 percent in the third quarter of 2008. The last GDP contraction
for the US was in the third quarter of 2001, when GDP slowed to an annual rate of 1.4 percent. The
UK Office for National Statistics reported a third quarter 2008 decrease of 0.5 percent. GDP is
considered by the Company to be the broadest measure of a nations economic health and gauge for
the consumption of goods and services.
As part of a New Energy for America plan, the newly elected administration for the US
government has proposed implementing a wide array of government initiatives and potential laws
which are designed to be environmentally-friendly. Proposals such as an increase in fuel economy
standards, placing one million plug-in electric vehicles on the road by 2015, financing in the form
of tax credits and loan guarantees to domestic auto and parts manufacturers, establishing a
national low carbon fuel standard, and investing in an electrical infrastructure are all considered
to be conducive to an environment where our products and services may thrive. Although the Company
believes these planned initiatives will be pursued in earnest by the newly elected US
administration in contrast with the former US administration, there are no assurances any revenues
will be realized from such proposals or initiatives.
In the United Kingdom, the Environmental Transformation Fund (ETF) was formed by the UK
government in April 2008 as an initiative to move forward the commercialization of low carbon
energy and energy efficiency technologies in the UK and developing countries. In particular, a
focus on the demonstration and deployment phases of bringing low carbon technologies to the market.
The UK element of the ETF will total 400 million pounds sterling (approximately US$644 million)
from 2009 though 2011. Although the Company expects our customers to benefit from the ETF, there
are no assurances revenues will be realized from such benefits.
In China, during the third quarter of 2008, the Ministry of Environmental Protection reported
the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the National Development and Reform Commission
and the Ministry of Science and Technology are in the process of designing policies on
alternative-fuel vehicles, aiming for energy conversation and reduction in greenhouse gases as
announced in the First China Green Energy Automotive Development Summit of 2008. These policies are
set to go into affect by the end of 2009. In addition, the Ministry of Environmental Protection
reported new energy vehicles are currently in low numbers as their costs to produce are high and
incentives do not exist for consumption. Although the Company expects our customer to benefit from
these plans, there are no assurances revenues will be realized from such plans.
The Company believes government incentives and funding for our customers are necessary for a
more prompt transition into commercialization. Other barriers to commercialization are high costs
due to the absence of benefits from economies of production. Our customers have also experienced a
reduction in the general availability of credit along with increases in the cost of obtaining
credit. Their use of credit is a critical part of their growth strategies, including a key
component of financing their operations.
Enova has incurred significant operating losses in the past. As of September 30, 2008, we had
an accumulated deficit of approximately $126.0 million. We expect to incur additional operating
losses until we achieve a level of product sales sufficient to cover our operating and other
expenses.
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Critical Accounting Policies
In the ordinary course of business, the Company has made a number of estimates and assumptions
relating to the reporting of results of operations and financial condition in the preparation of
its financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United
States of America. The Company constantly re-evaluates these significant factors and makes
adjustments where facts and circumstances dictate. Estimates and assumptions include, but are not
limited to, customer receivables, inventories, equity investments, fixed asset lives, contingencies
and litigation. There have been no material changes in estimates or assumptions compared to our
most recent Annual Report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007.
The following represents a summary of our critical accounting policies, defined as those
policies that we believe: (a) are the most important to the portrayal of our financial condition
and results of operations and (b) involve inherently uncertain issues which require managements
most difficult, subjective or complex judgments.
Cash and cash equivalents Cash consists of currency held at reputable financial
institutions.
Inventory Inventories are priced at the lower of cost or market utilizing the first-in,
first-out (FIFO) cost flow assumption. We maintain a perpetual inventory system and continuously
record the quantity on-hand and standard cost for each product, including purchased components,
subassemblies and finished goods. We maintain the integrity of perpetual inventory records
through periodic physical counts of quantities on hand. Finished goods are reported as
inventories until the point of transfer to the customer. Generally, title transfer is documented
in the terms of sale.
Inventory reserve We maintain an allowance against inventory for the potential future
obsolescence or excess inventory. A substantial decrease in expected demand for our products, or
decreases in our selling prices could lead to excess or overvalued inventories and could require
us to substantially increase our allowance for excess inventory. If future customer demand or
market conditions are less favorable than our projections, additional inventory write-downs may
be required, and would be reflected in cost of revenues in the period the revision is made.
Allowance for doubtful accounts We maintain allowances for doubtful accounts for estimated
losses resulting from the inability of our customers to make required payments. The assessment of
the ultimate realization of accounts receivable including the current credit-worthiness of each
customer is subject to a considerable degree to the judgment of our management. If the financial
condition of the Companys customers were to deteriorate, resulting in an impairment of their
ability to make payments, additional allowances may be required.
Stock-based Compensation The Company calculates stock-based compensation expense in accordance
with SFAS No. 123 revised, Share-Based Payment (SFAS 123 (R)). This pronouncement requires
the measurement and recognition of compensation expense for all share-based payment awards made
to employees and directors, including employee stock options to be based on estimated fair
values. The Company adopted SFAS 123 (R) using the modified prospective method, which requires
the application of the accounting standard as of January 1, 2006, the beginning of the Companys
2006 fiscal year. In March 2005, the SEC issued Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 107 (SAB 107)
related to SFAS 123 (R). The Company applied the provisions of SAB 107 in adopting SFAS 123 (R).
Revenue recognition The Company is required to make judgments based on historical experience
and future expectations, as to the reliability of shipments made to its customers. These
judgments are required to assess the propriety of the recognition of revenue based on Staff
Accounting Bulletin (SAB) No. 101 and 104, Revenue Recognition, and related guidance. The
Company makes these assessments based on the following factors: i) customer-specific information,
ii) return policies, and iii) historical experience for issues not yet identified. Under FAS
Concepts No. 5, revenues are not recognized until earned.
The Company manufactures proprietary products and other products based on design specifications
provided by its customers. Revenue from sales of products are generally recognized at the time
title to the goods and the benefits and risks of ownership passes to the customer which is
typically when products are shipped based on the terms of the customer purchase agreement.
Revenue relating to long-term fixed price contracts is recognized using the percentage of
completion method. Under the percentage of completion method, contract revenues and related costs
are recognized based on the percentage that costs incurred to date bear to total estimated costs.
Changes in job performance, estimated profitability and final contract settlements may result in
revisions to cost and revenue, and are recognized in the period in which the revisions are
determined. Contract costs include all direct materials, subcontract and labor costs and other
indirect costs. General and administrative costs are charged to expense as
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incurred. At the time
a loss on a contract becomes known, the entire amount of the estimated loss is accrued. The
aggregate of
costs incurred and estimated earnings recognized on uncompleted contracts in excess of related
billings is shown as a current asset, and billings on uncompleted contracts in excess of costs
incurred and estimated earnings is shown as a current liability.
These accounting policies were applied consistently for all periods presented. Our operating
results would be affected if other alternatives were used. Information about the impact on our
operating results is included in the footnotes to our financial statements.
Several other factors related to the Company may have a significant impact on our operating
results from year to year. For example, the accounting rules governing the timing of revenue
recognition related to product contracts are complex and it can be difficult to estimate when we
will recognize revenue generated by a given transaction. Factors such as acceptance of services
provided, payment terms, creditworthiness of the customer, and timing of delivery or acceptance of
our products often cause revenues related to sales generated in one period to be deferred and
recognized in later periods. For arrangements in which services revenue is deferred, related direct
and incremental costs may also be deferred.
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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Third Quarter of Fiscal 2008 vs. Third Quarter of Fiscal 2007
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
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|
As a % of Revenues |
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|
|
September 30, |
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|
September 30, |
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
|
% Change |
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|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
Revenues |
|
$ |
163,000 |
|
|
$ |
2,541,000 |
|
|
|
-94 |
% |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
|
100 |
% |
Cost of revenues |
|
|
256,000 |
|
|
|
2,898,000 |
|
|
|
-91 |
% |
|
|
157 |
% |
|
|
114 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gross profit (loss) |
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|
(93,000 |
) |
|
|
(357,000 |
) |
|
|
-74 |
% |
|
|
-57 |
% |
|
|
-14 |
% |
Operating expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Research and development |
|
|
677,000 |
|
|
|
393,000 |
|
|
|
72 |
% |
|
|
415 |
% |
|
|
15 |
% |
Selling, general & administrative |
|
|
2,847,000 |
|
|
|
1,322,000 |
|
|
|
115 |
% |
|
|
1747 |
% |
|
|
52 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total operating expenses |
|
|
3,524,000 |
|
|
|
1,715,000 |
|
|
|
105 |
% |
|
|
2162 |
% |
|
|
67 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gross operating loss |
|
|
(3,617,000 |
) |
|
|
(2,072,000 |
) |
|
|
75 |
% |
|
|
-2219 |
% |
|
|
-82 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other income and (expense) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Interest and financing fees, net |
|
|
54,000 |
|
|
|
59,000 |
|
|
|
-8 |
% |
|
|
33 |
% |
|
|
2 |
% |
Equity in losses of non-consolidated joint
venture |
|
|
(25,000 |
) |
|
|
(60,000 |
) |
|
|
-58 |
% |
|
|
-15 |
% |
|
|
-2 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total other income, net |
|
|
29,000 |
|
|
|
(1,000 |
) |
|
|
-3000 |
% |
|
|
18 |
% |
|
|
0 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net loss |
|
$ |
(3,588,000 |
) |
|
$ |
(2,073,000 |
) |
|
|
73 |
% |
|
|
-2201 |
% |
|
|
-82 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
First Nine Months of Fiscal 2008 vs. First Nine Months of Fiscal 2007
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Nine Months Ended |
|
|
As a % of Revenues |
|
|
|
September 30, |
|
|
September 30, |
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
|
% Change |
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
Revenues |
|
$ |
5,811,000 |
|
|
$ |
5,143,000 |
|
|
|
13 |
% |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
|
100 |
% |
Cost of revenues |
|
|
6,434,000 |
|
|
|
6,231,000 |
|
|
|
3 |
% |
|
|
111 |
% |
|
|
121 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gross profit (loss) |
|
|
(623,000 |
) |
|
|
(1,088,000 |
) |
|
|
-43 |
% |
|
|
-11 |
% |
|
|
-21 |
% |
Operating expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Research and development |
|
|
2,017,000 |
|
|
|
1,258,000 |
|
|
|
60 |
% |
|
|
35 |
% |
|
|
24 |
% |
Selling, general & administrative |
|
|
6,696,000 |
|
|
|
3,627,000 |
|
|
|
85 |
% |
|
|
115 |
% |
|
|
71 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total operating expenses |
|
|
8,713,000 |
|
|
|
4,885,000 |
|
|
|
78 |
% |
|
|
150 |
% |
|
|
95 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gross operating loss |
|
|
(9,336,000 |
) |
|
|
(5,973,000 |
) |
|
|
56 |
% |
|
|
-161 |
% |
|
|
-116 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other income and (expense) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Interest and financing fees, net |
|
|
208,000 |
|
|
|
235,000 |
|
|
|
-11 |
% |
|
|
4 |
% |
|
|
5 |
% |
Equity in losses of non-consolidated joint venture |
|
|
(83,000 |
) |
|
|
(130,000 |
) |
|
|
-36 |
% |
|
|
-1 |
% |
|
|
-3 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total other income, net |
|
|
125,000 |
|
|
|
105,000 |
|
|
|
19 |
% |
|
|
2 |
% |
|
|
2 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net loss |
|
$ |
(9,211,000 |
) |
|
$ |
(5,868,000 |
) |
|
|
57 |
% |
|
|
-159 |
% |
|
|
-114 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The sum of the amounts and percentages may not equal the totals for the period due to the effects
of rounding. |
Computations of percentage change period over period are based upon our results, as rounded
and presented herein.
Revenue. Revenues increased by $668,000 or 13% for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 to
$5,811,000 as compared to $5,143,000 for the corresponding period in 2007. Production sales for the
nine months ended September 30, 2008 increased to $5,811,000 from $5,143,000 in the same period in
2007. Revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2008 decreased to $163,000 or 94% from
$2,541,000 for the corresponding period in 2007. In July 2008, as a result of the Tanfield Group
Plcs (Tanfield) change in growth strategy, the Company authorized the return of P90 systems which
were originally shipped in the first quarter of 2008. This resulted in a sales credit of $515,000
which decreased sales for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Our research and
development revenues for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 and September 30, 2007
were zero, although we may realize research and development revenues in the future. The slight
increase in revenues for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 was attributed to an increase in
production sales from First Auto Works of China (FAW), IC Corporation, the Hawaii Center for
Advanced Transportation Technologies (HCATT) and Optare Plc, offset by the Tanfield return
described above. The decrease in revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2008 was mainly
attributed to the Tanfield return referenced
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above, the tightening of credit, and economic slowdowns in European and North American
markets. We continue to improve the awareness of our product and service offerings through on-going
research and development efforts, coupled with new marketing initiatives. However, based upon the
order cancellation from Th!nk Global, a change in Tanfields growth strategy discussed in the
Overview above, and a general economic slowdown in target markets, revenue for the remainder of
2008 may decline in comparison with the fiscal year 2007. Although we have seen some indications
for future production growth, there can be no assurances there will be continuing demand for our
products and services.
Cost of Revenues. Cost of revenues consists of component and material, direct labor costs,
integration costs and overhead related to manufacturing our products. Cost of revenues for the
three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 decreased to $256,000 or 91% and increased to
$6,434,000 or 3%, respectively from $2,898,000 and $6,231,000, respectively for the same periods in
2007. Cost of revenues for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 and the same period
in 2007 were solely attributed to production cost of revenues. The Company continues to experience
high costs associated with the absence of benefits associated with economies of production.
Gross Margin. As a percentage of total net revenues, gross margins improved for the nine
months ended September 30, 2008 from a negative 21% to a negative 11% for the same period in 2007.
Gross margins declined for the three months ended September 30, 2008 to a negative 57% from a
negative 14% for the same period in 2007. Gross loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2008
decreased to $623,000 from a gross loss of $1,088,000 for the same period in 2007. Gross loss for
the three months ended September 30, 2008 decreased to $93,000
from a gross loss of $357,000 for
the same period in 2007. For the nine months and three months ended September 30, 2008 and
comparable periods in 2007, the Company experienced an increase in costs associated with the
purchase of specialized materials and components. These increased costs are a function of upgrades
to existing, production-ready designs which were not considered research and development costs.
Furthermore, as a result of our gross margin results, the Company also restructured existing
personnel resources to parallel customer and economic forecasts. This includes the continued
refinement of our production line resources in light of our new assembly line layout and
anticipated production growth. We continue to benefit from the maturity of these initiatives
although we may experience a decline in gross margin.
Research and Development. Internal research, development and engineering expenses increased
by $759,000 or 60% in the nine months ended September 30, 2008 to $2,017,000 from $1,258,000 for the
same period in 2007. These expenses also increased by $284,000 or 72% for the three months ended
September 30, 2008 to $677,000 from $393,000. The Company continues to respond to the continued
requests from our existing customer base such as upgrades to delivered drive systems, development
of products such as our Panther Wireless Monitor upgrade, Post-Transmission Parallel Hybrid Drive
system, engine off capability, and enhancements to our diesel generator. These initiatives and
continued development account for an increase, year to date, in our internal research and
development costs. We also continued to allocate necessary resources to the refinement and
development of our parallel hybrid drive systems, upgraded proprietary control software, enhanced
DC-DC converters, and advanced digital inverters as well as other power management firmware.
Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses (S, G & A). Selling, general and
administrative expenses increased by $3,069,000 or 85% for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 to
$6,696,000 from $3,627,000 for the same period in 2007. These expenses also increased by $1,525,000
or 115% for the three months ended September 30, 2008 to
$2,847,000 from $1,322,000 for the same period in 2007. S, G & A is
comprised of activities in the executive, finance, purchasing, administrative engineering, field
service, quality, and facility departments, including non-cash charges of depreciation and
amortization. In the first nine months of fiscal year 2008, S, G & A costs increased in comparison
to the same period in 2007 due to increases in legal and external auditing fees, rent and
maintenance expenses, non-cash, stock-based compensation charges associated with option grants and
common stock issuances. Furthermore, in light of the global economic outlook for the remainder of
2008, we conducted credit evaluations of our existing customers based on their financial
condition and ability to pay. As a result of these evaluations, we identified approximately
$505,000 of outstanding receivables which we are unlikely to collect and thus recorded a charge to
bad debt expense which is a component of S, G & A for the aforementioned amount. In light of our
new facilitys 43,000 square foot size, we have incurred an increase in rent and maintenance
expenses in comparison of the nine and three month periods in 2008 to the nine and three months
periods in 2007. We also employed independent contractors in the fields of engineering to assist
our existing engineering department as part of our continued efforts to support our existing
customers in the first nine months of 2008 compared to the first nine months of 2007. The Company
may continue to experience increases with respect to our International Organization for
Standardization (ISO) efforts. The Company also incurred an increase in administrative,
marketing, and proxy solicitation fees associated with the annual shareholders meeting in the
first nine months of 2008 in contrast to the comparable period in 2007 when we did not have a
shareholders meeting. The Company also experienced increases in its sales and marketing
expenditures, in particular travel expenses associated with current
and prospective customer support initiatives and strategy sessions.
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Interest and Financing Fees, Net. Interest and financing fees income decreased by $5,000 and
$27,000 to $54,000 and $208,000 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008
respectively, in comparison to the same period in 2007. This decrease continues to be a result of
lower, average cash balances for the comparative periods in 2008 and 2007.
Net Loss. The Company realized a net loss increase of $1,515,000 for the three months ended
September 30, 2008 to $3,588,000 from $2,073,000 for the same period in 2007. Our net loss for the
nine months ended September 30, 2008 was $9,211,000 or an increase of $3,343,000 from $5,868,000
for the same period in 2007. We continued to incur additional costs, specifically both in S, G & A
and internal research and development associated with the restructuring and maturity of our
production stage. These additional costs have increased our net loss when compared to the
comparable period in 2007.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
We have experienced cash flow shortages due to operating losses primarily attributable to
research and development, marketing, selling, general, and administrative expenses, and other costs
associated with our strategy as an international developer and supplier of electric propulsion and
power management systems and components. Cash flows from operations have not been sufficient to
meet our obligations. Therefore, we have had to raise funds through several financing transactions.
The extent of our capital needs will phase out once we reach a breakeven volume in sales or
developing and/or acquire the capability to manufacture and sell our products profitably. Our
operations during the year ended December 31, 2007 and through the nine months ended September 30,
2008 were financed by product sales and development contracts, as well as from working capital
reserves and sales of common stock. As of September 30, 2008, the Company had $10,237,000 of cash
and cash equivalents and short term investments.
We have a secured revolving credit facility from Union Bank of California for $2,000,000. The
credit facility expires on June 30, 2009. As of September 30, 2008, $1,800,000 was available under
the credit facility due to a $200,000 irrevocable letter of credit issued by Union bank in favor of
our landlord with respect to the lease of the our new corporate headquarters. The credit facility
is secured by a $2,000,000 certificate of deposit. The interest rate is the certificate of deposit
rate plus 1.25% with interest payable monthly and the principal due at maturity.
Net
cash used in operating activities was $10,719,000 for the nine months ended September 30,
2008 compared to $7,640,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2007. Cash used in operating
activities the first nine months of 2008 were affected mostly by the operating loss of $9,211,000,
an increase in inventory and supplies of $5,226,000, a net decrease in liabilities of $1,353,000,
and a decrease in accounts receivable of $3,018,000. Non-cash items offset the aforementioned
current assets and current liabilities by $1,841,000 which includes expenses for stock-based
compensation, depreciation and amortization, bad debt expense, equity losses of our
non-consolidated joint venture, and issuance of common stock for director services. We continued to
increase marketing and development spending as well as administrative expenses necessary for
potential expansion in anticipation of customer demand as well as corporate governance and
regulatory compliance efforts.
Net
cash used in investing activities was $3,496,000 for the first nine months of 2008
compared to net cash provided of $4,754,000 in the first nine months of 2007. Cash used in
investing activities in the first nine months of 2008 was attributed to leasehold improvements and
fixed asset purchases associated with our move into a new facility and the purchase of a
certificate of deposit used as security for the revolving credit facility of $2,000,000 referenced
above. In the same period for 2007, our certificate of deposit maturity, net of purchases of fixed
assets, resulted in cash provided of $4,754,000.
Net cash provided by financing activities totaled $11,967,000 for the first nine months of
2008, compared to net cash provided of $10,959,000 for the first nine months of 2007. During the
first and second quarters of 2008, we raised capital through two placements of common stock. On
April 3, 2008, we sold 2,131,274 shares of common stock at 195 pence sterling per share
(approximately US$3.91 per share) to certain eligible offshore investors. We received approximately
4,200,000 pounds sterling (approximately US$8,300,000) in gross proceeds from the offering. The
placement agent earned a 5% selling commission, resulting in proceeds to us before offering
expenses of approximately 3,990,000 pounds sterling (approximately $7,784,000). On May 1, 2008, we
sold 1,273,700 shares of common stock for $3.91 per share to certain accredited investors,
resulting in gross proceeds of approximately $4,980,000. The placement agent earned a selling
commission of (i) a cash payment of approximately $249,000 and (ii) 25,474 shares of common stock,
in addition to reimbursement of expenses. After placement fees and offering expenses, we received
net proceeds of $4,704,000.
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Both of these common stock offerings and sales also produced a related cash outflow of
$480,000 in the first nine months of 2008 due to legal and regulatory administration fees.
Accounts receivable at September 30, 2008, net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of
$648,000, decreased by $3,593,000 or 84% compared with the balance at December 31, 2007. The
decrease in accounts receivable was attributed to earnest collection efforts as well as an
evaluation of our existing customer base in light of the changing economic landscape in our target
markets. Our evaluations were based on an assessment of financial condition and ability to pay. As
a result of these evaluations, we identified approximately $505,000 of Think Global outstanding
receivables and thus recorded a respective increase in the third quarter of 2008 to the allowance
for doubtful accounts of the aforementioned amount. The Company actively pursues all outstanding
receivables whether considered doubtful for collection or not.
Inventory at
September 30, 2008, net of an increase in the inventory reserve of $157,000, increased by $5,069,000
or 142% compared with the balance at December 31, 2007. An increase in inventory of $1,969,000 at
September 30, 2008 when compared to the December 31, 2007 balance was attributed to materials
ordered for previously anticipated production growth. This included supporting IC Corp, FAW, Optare,
our fleet and research and development initiatives, and other uses. Additionally, $3,100,000 of the
total increase in inventory was associated with expected deliveries to Tanfield that supported their
anticipated growth. The Enova drive system design is suitable for different applications and vehicle
producers. As a result, Enova believes it can mitigate any decline in Tanfield orders by redirecting
inventory through sales and production with other customers.
Prepaid expenses and other current assets decreased 45% by net $206,000 during the nine months
ended September 30, 2008 from the December 31, 2007 balance of $457,000. The decrease is mainly
attributable to the amortization of insurance premiums originally paid in the fourth quarter of
2007.
Fixed assets increased by $1,074,000 or 123%, net of depreciation and write-offs, at September
30, 2008, when compared to the December 31, 2007 balance of $870,000. In the first nine months of
2008, we completed our move to a new facility and experienced an increase in leasehold improvements
and purchases of fixed assets of $1,490,000. We recognized $422,000 worth of depreciation expense
in the first nine months of 2008.
Investment in our non-consolidated joint venture decreased by $83,000 or 6% in the first nine
months of 2008 from a balance of $1,470,000 at December 31, 2007, reflecting the pro-rata share of
losses attributable to our forty percent investment interest in Hyundai-Enova Innovative Technology
Center (ITC). For the first nine months of 2008, ITC generated a net loss of approximately $208,000
resulting in a charge to us of $83,000 utilizing the equity method of accounting for our interest
in ITC. Enova, along with HHI, are evaluating their relationship to determine its future role for
both companies.
Accounts payable decreased in the first nine months of 2008 by $715,000 or 38% to $1,162,000
from $1,877,000 at December 31, 2007. This decrease is attributable to our continued efforts in
maintaining our prime supplier relationships through timely payment for materials and a decrease in
the materials due to changes in our existing customers growth strategies.
Deferred revenues decreased at September 30, 2008 by $67,000 or 66%, when compared to the
December 31, 2007 balance of $101,000. This difference represents the realization of revenue that
had been deferred in December 2007, predominantly associated with our contract with the State of
Hawaii.
Accrued payroll and related expenses decreased by $296,000 or 44% at September 30, 2008, when
compared to the balance reported at December 31, 2007. A performance bonus was accrued for
approximately $200,000 at December 31, 2007 and was disbursed in 2008. No performance bonus
obligations existed as of September 30, 2008 and therefore the decrease was a result of the absence
of a performance bonus as of that date.
Other accrued expenses decreased by $360,000 or 17% at September 30, 2008 from the balance of
$2,063,000 at December 31, 2007, primarily due to a decrease in the accrual of professional
services by $546,000, as well as increases in accruals for inventory receipts of $260,000
Furthermore, we decreased our warranty accrual in proportion to decreases in sales by $48,000.
Accrued interest payable increased by $85,000 during the first nine months of 2008, an
increase of 10% from the balance of $874,000 at December 31, 2007. The increase is due to interest
related to our debt instruments, primarily the secured note payable to the Credit Managers
Association of California of $1,238,000.
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Our ongoing operations and anticipated growth will require us to continue making investments
in human resources and regulatory compliance, as well as sales and marketing efforts. We anticipate
that our current cash will be adequate to meet our working capital
and capital expenditure needs for at least the next 12 months. If we require additional
capital resources to grow our company, we may seek to sell more equity securities. The sale of
equity securities could result in dilution to our stockholders. We may not be able to obtain
financing arrangements in amounts or on terms acceptable to us in the future. In the event we are
unable to obtain additional financing when needed, we may be compelled to delay or curtail our
plans to develop our business, which could have a material adverse effect on our operations, market
position and competitiveness.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
Information regarding recent accounting pronouncements is contained in Note 10 to the
Financial Statements for the nine months ended September 30, 2008.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
The Company has no off-balance sheet arrangements.
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
None.
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Remediation of Material Weakness
The Company had previously concluded that a material weakness in the Companys internal
controls over financial reporting existed as of December 31, 2007, as reported in the Companys
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007. The material weakness related to
ineffective controls over the inventory pricing, tracking, and reserve analysis. Throughout the
nine months ended September 30, 2008, the Company increased the number of qualified personnel with
sufficient depth, skills, and experience in the production, engineering, and accounting departments
in order to ensure our inventory pricing, tracking, and reserve controls were effective.
Specifically, the Company had the Controller, the Financial Reporting and Compliance Manager, the
Data Systems Specialist, the Quality Manager, the Production Engineering Manager, and the Inventory
Manager enhance and strengthen existing controls in accounting, reporting, and training as part of
the Companys move into a full-scale, production-ready environment.
As a result of the strengthening and enhancement of the existing controls at the Company, the
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that the material weakness
described above no longer exists as of September 30, 2008.
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
As of the end of the third quarter of fiscal 2008, the Companys management, including its
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the
Companys disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) promulgated under the
Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act). Based on that evaluation, the
Companys Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Companys
disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of September 30, 2008. In making this
conclusion, the Company has considered, among other factors, the remediation of the previously
identified material weakness discussed below.
Other than as described above, there have not been any changes in our internal control over
financial reporting as of the quarter ended September 30, 2008 that have materially affected, or
are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
We may from time to time become a party to various legal proceedings arising in the ordinary
course of business. During the quarter ended September 30, 2008, we were not involved in any
material legal proceedings.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
Other than as reflected below, there have been no material changes from the risk factors as
previously disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007.
Because we depend upon sales to a limited number of customers, our revenues will be reduced if we lose a major customer
Our revenue is dependent on significant orders from a limited number of customers. We
typically enter into supply agreements with major customers establishing product and price
standards for future periods. Subsequent events may change the needs of the customer, requiring us
to make corresponding adjustments. In fiscal year ended December 31, 2007, Tanfield accounted for
52% of our total revenues. Based upon public announcement by Tanfield in July 2008, we now expect
fewer orders from Tanfield for the remainder of 2008 and 2009. We believe that revenues from major
customers will continue to represent a significant portion of our revenues. In May 2008 we entered
into a new supply agreement with Navistar Inc., which we expect will be our largest customer in the
future. This customer concentration increases the risk of quarterly fluctuations in our revenues
and operating results. The loss or reduction of business from one or a combination of our
significant customers could adversely affect our revenues, financial condition and results of
operations. Moreover, our success will depend in part upon our ability to obtain orders from new
customers, as well as the financial condition and success of our customers and general economic
conditions.
We extend credit to our customers, which exposes us to credit risk
Most of our outstanding accounts receivable are from a limited
number of large customers. At September 30, 2008, the five highest
outstanding accounts receivable balances totaled $1,147,000. This amount represents 87% of
our gross accounts receivable, with one customer accounting for
$587,000, representing 45% of our gross accounts receivable. If
we fail to monitor and manage effectively the resulting credit
risk and a material portion of our accounts receivable is not
paid in a timely manner or becomes uncollectible, our business
would be significantly harmed, and we could incur a significant
loss associated with any outstanding accounts receivable.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity and Use of Proceeds
Not applicable.
Item 3. Defaults upon Senior Securities
None.
Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
None.
Item 5. Other Information
None.
Item 6. Exhibits
a) Exhibits
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3.1
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Our Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of
our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2006, as filed on April
2, 2007)
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Our Amended and Restated Bylaws (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 of our Quarterly
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Certification of the Chief
Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002* |
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Certification of the Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002* |
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Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted
pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002*
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly
caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
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ENOVA SYSTEMS, INC. (Registrant)
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Date: November 13, 2008 |
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/s/ Jarett Fenton
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Jarett Fenton, Chief Financial Officer |
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Exhibit Index
EXHIBITS
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Our Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2006, as filed on April 2, 2007)
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Our Amended and Restated Bylaws (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 of our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2008, as filed on August 13, 2008) |
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Certification of the Chief Executive Officer
Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act Of 2002* |
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Certification of the Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002* |
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Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002* |
* Filed herewith
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