Enova Systems Inc Regulatory News (ENVS)

ENOVA SYSTEMS, INC.

("Enova" or "the Company")

DIRECTOR RESIGNATION

London, 27 January 2012: Enova Systems, Inc. (AIM: ENV.L, NYSEAMEX: ENA.US) announces that Mr. Roy S. Roberts, Director, has resigned as a director of Enova Systems, Inc. for personal reasons. Mr. Roberts indicated that he was recently appointed to a full-time position as the Emergency Manager of the Detroit Public School System and believes that such position does not currently leave him sufficient time to participate as a Board member at the high level he believes is required.

Mike Staran, President and Chief Executive Officer said:

"The Board wishes to thank Mr. Roberts for his contribution to the Company and wishes him well in his future endeavours."

For further information:

Enova Systems, Inc.

Mike Staran, President & Chief Executive Officer

John Micek, Chief Financial Officer

Tel: + 1 310 527 2800

Daniel Stewart & Company plc

(Nominated Adviser & Broker)

Paul Shackleton/Jamie Barklem

Tel: + 44 (0) 207 776 6550

About Enova:

Enova Systems (http://www.enovasystems.com) is a leading supplier of efficient, environmentally friendly digital power components and systems products. The Company's core competencies are focused on the development and commercialization of power management and conversion systems for mobile applications. Enova applies unique 'enabling technologies' in the areas of alternative energy propulsion systems for light and heavy-duty vehicles as well as power conditioning and management systems for distributed generation systems. The Company develops, designs and produces non-invasive drive systems and related components for electric, hybrid-electric, and fuel cell powered vehicles in both the "new" and "retrofit" vehicle sales market. For further information, contact Enova Systems directly, or visit its Web site at http://www.enovasystems.com.