Cleveland-based electric vehicle companies LAND, 2Swift [Video]

CLEVELAND — Sales of electric and hybrid vehicles in the United States are decreasing this year, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. But that’s not the case for smaller, personal EVs, says Scott Colosimo, founder and CEO of LAND. 

“Electric definitely right now has its niche which is smaller, lighter weight, shorter distances,” said Colosimo. “But it will grow as the technology advances.”

Moving the technology forward are two Cleveland-based electric vehicle companies: LAND and 2Swift. Recently they came together, showing off what is new while the public took a spin. LAND makes a two-wheeled EV called the District. One vehicle, 3 modes: e-bike, moped and motorcycle. Perfect for urban commuting.    

“It’s quieter. It’s easier to ride. You could kind of jump on and off different roads, and you can traverse the city very easily on an EV, much …