Donut Lab Moves Solid State Battery Technology into Production Cars
At CES 2026, Donut Lab unveiled that it has started applying its solid-state battery technology in production vehicles. According to the company, the technology is now road-ready and no longer experimental.
The first vehicles applying the technology are the 2026 Verge TS Pro and TS Ultra motorcycles, which are to be delivered and on the road in quarter one 2026.
The Key Performance Features
The new battery from Donut Lab offers more promises in performance and longevity. Benchmark parameters include:
- Energy Density: 400 Wh/kg.
- Charging Speed: A full charge can be availed within 5 minutes.
- Lifetime: Rated for 100,000 charge cycles, showing over 99% capacity retention.
- Operating Temperature Range: Fully functional conditions from -30°C to +100°C.
Safety, Cost, and Design Advantages
The solid-state battery is designed to be safer by nature than traditional designs. Because liquid electrolytes are removed, it is free of thermal runaway. It uses basic materials found in nature, making it cheaper than comparable lithium-ion allies.
It has a modular design such that it can be integrated directly into the frame of the vehicle, optimally using space and structural integrity.
Path to Mass Production
To commercialize this technology to a wider market, Donut Lab is now working with over 200 OEMs to scale up production and facilitate large-scale adaptation of solid-state batteries.
