Press release: Cord launches EVIRA – a portable EV charger that turns CEE commando sockets into superfast charging stations

EVIRA Professional Portable CEE EV Charger

Birmingham, UK – 13th October 2025

Cord, the British e-mobility innovator committed to making EV charging positively easy, has launched EVIRA — a professional grade portable charger that transforms any compliant CEE Commando socket into a superfast EV charging point.

Designed for trade professionals, fleet operators, workshops and site teams, EVIRA delivers up to ten times faster charging than a standard 3-pin “granny” charger with no fixed installation, groundworks or landlord permissions needed.

Four versions are available:

Multi-power model (2.3 kW → 22 kW) with interchangeable plug-set for 3-pin and CEE commando sockets
22kW (3 phase 32A CEE)
11kW (1 phase 16A CEE)
7.4kW (3 phase 32A CEE)

Matt Clevely, Managing Director at Cleevely Electric Vehicles, said:

“Cord clearly understands the real-world needs of technicians and dealerships so I was keen to be involved in developing EVIRA. It delivers the same performance you’d expect from a fixed wall charger, but without the costs of permanent installation or the limitations of being fixed in one place. "

"In our workshop, the ability to move it from ramp to ramp saves time, reduces vehicle shuffling, and keeps jobs flowing. Its multi-layered safety systems give technicians genuine peace of mind, whether they’re charging on the forecourt, in the PDI bay, or out in the elements. EVIRA is a rugged, professional tool that offers the flexibility and cost-effectiveness our industry needs to make EV servicing and preparation easier”

EVIRA is smarter, safer, more adaptable and features adjustable current (8 A–32 A), a delay start timer for off-peak charging, and a set charge amount function to control energy delivery by kWh or session time. The built-in LCD screen shows voltage, current, power, energy delivered and elapsed time in real-time.

Built for even the harshest environments, EVIRA is IK10 impact-resistant, IP65 weatherproof, operates from –25 °C to +40 °C, and comes with a two-year warranty.

Its multi-layer safety system includes overcurrent, AC and DC leakage, over-temperature, surge, ground and over/under voltage protection.

James Hylton, Co-Founder of Cord, said:

“This is the next step in making EV charging truly accessible – wherever you are. EVIRA combines high performance with genuine portability, meeting the demand for fast, hassle-free charging at any location, whether it’s a PDI site, a fleet depot, or the side of a motorway.”

One solution – many uses:

For Vehicle Workshops – EVIRA enables diagnostic charging where vehicles must be “on charge” to complete tests, supports On-Board Charger performance checks, and quickly revives flat EVs arriving for service. Its portability means technicians can move it between ramps without disrupting workshop flow, and its LCD screen provides instant visibility of charge status.
For PDI Sites & Dealer Forecourts – Keep demo cars ready for test drives, top-up new arrivals before handover, and maintain stock battery health without investing in costly fixed chargers. The portable design avoids infrastructure work, and its programmable timer supports efficient PDI workflows.
For Fleets – A cost-effective home charging option that avoids landlord approval issues and allows the asset to be redeployed when staff move. With just a single phase 32A CEE socket installed, drivers can plug in and fast charge at home, at depots or on site.
For Roadside Recovery – Provide a rapid top-up to get stranded EVs moving without the need for towing. EVIRA’s compact design fits easily in recovery vehicles and can run from roadside power or generators, delivering high-power top-ups to get vehicles moving quickly.
For Construction Sites – Robust and weatherproof, EVIRA works with site power or generators to charge plant vehicles or staff cars, moving easily between locations without fixed infrastructure.
For Agriculture – Perfect for remote farms and agricultural EVs, from tractors to ATVs. Works with generators or site power, withstands mud, rain and extremes of temperature, and can move around the farm as needed.
For Leisure & Seasonal Destinations – Campsites, resorts and parks can offer EV charging where and when it’s needed — without permanent infrastructure. Portable, weatherproof and compatible with existing power, EVIRA delivers flexibility for peak visitor seasons.