About Columbia
Columbia is part of the Nordic Group of Companies, a family-owned American business since 1946. The Nordic Group was founded by W.R. Sauey, the son of Norwegian immigrant parents. With a strong entrepreneurial spirit that still exists today, W.R. chartered the Nordic Group’s first company, Flambeau, with an initial $2,000 loan in 1947.
The Columbia Vehicle Group, headquartered at our 16 acre, 160,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Aiken, South Carolina, manufactures electric vehicles built for work in industrial, commercial and recreational environments. We engineer solutions that enhance productivity, comfort and utility while optimizing performance in transporting, carrying and towing—all with zero emissions. Our driving force is building constructive relationships that equip our partners for success.