Verge Motorcycles Becomes First OEM to Deploy Donut Lab’s Solid-State Battery on the Road
Verge Motorcycles has become the first original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to place Donut Lab’s all-solid-state battery technology into series-production electric vehicles operating on public roads, marking a rare real-world deployment of solid-state battery production EVs. Announced at CES 2026, the company confirmed that updated Verge TS Pro and TS Ultra models equipped with the new battery architecture will begin real-world deliveries in Q1 2026.
The deployment marks a notable shift for solid-state batteries, which have largely remained confined to laboratory validation, pilot fleets, or long-term automotive roadmaps. Verge’s move positions the technology as a near-term commercial reality rather than a future promise.
Production-Ready Performance: Extended Range and Rapid Charging
Solid-state batteries have long been promoted as a solution to electric vehicle adoption challenges, particularly range limitations and long charging times. Verge Motorcycles is now applying the technology directly to address both constraints in a production setting.
By integrating Donut Lab’s solid-state battery pack with a reported energy density of 400 Wh/kg, the Verge Motorcycles solid-state battery enables the long-range variant of the Verge TS Pro to achieve up to 600 kilometers on a single charge. According to the company, this represents a substantial increase over its previous range benchmarks.
Charging performance is positioned as a key differentiator. Verge states that the new battery system supports ultra-fast charging, enabling a full recharge in under 10 minutes under optimal conditions. The system is designed to add approximately 60 kilometers of combined range per minute of charging, narrowing the gap between electric charging and conventional refueling times.
Upgrades for Existing Orders
The deployment is not limited to future vehicle configurations. Verge Motorcycles confirmed that customers in the United States and Europe with pending Verge TS Pro orders will receive automatic upgrades to the new solid-state battery architecture. Deliveries of these updated motorcycles are scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2026.
Technical Architecture and Safety Profile
Donut Lab’s battery forms part of a vertically integrated electric platform designed to address durability and safety limitations associated with conventional lithium-ion systems.
Thermal Stability and Longevity
According to Donut Lab, the solid-state battery contains no flammable liquid electrolytes, eliminating a primary contributor to thermal runaway events. The company reports that the cells remain structurally stable without ignition or degradation at temperatures exceeding 100°C.
Longevity is another central claim. The battery is engineered for a projected lifespan of up to 100,000 charge cycles, a figure intended to ensure that the energy system outlasts the usable life of the vehicle itself. If achieved in real-world operation, this could materially improve long-term ownership economics and residual value by reducing battery replacement risk.
Wider Context: Implications for the Two-Wheeler Market
Beyond its own product lineup, Verge Motorcycles has secured an exclusive channel partnership for Donut Lab’s solid-state battery technology within the two-wheeler segment. The agreement positions Verge as a gateway for broader adoption of the platform across motorcycles and scooters.
The global two-wheeler market produces an estimated 60 million units annually, making it one of the largest and fastest-moving mobility segments. Verge’s role could accelerate electrification across this market, particularly as Donut Lab emphasizes manufacturing based on abundant, non-geopolitically sensitive materials, supporting localized and resilient supply chains.
Impact and What Comes Next
The road deployment of a solid-state battery by a production OEM directly challenges the prevailing industry view that the technology remains several years away from commercial readiness. Most legacy manufacturers continue to target large-scale solid-state adoption closer to 2030.
Donut Lab CEO Marko Lehtimäki has framed the company’s objective as removing the performance compromises traditionally associated with electric vehicles. As Verge Motorcycles delivers its first solid-state-equipped units in early 2026, industry attention will likely focus on real-world validation, particularly range consistency, charging reliability, and cold-weather performance.
If these early deployments meet expectations, the Verge–Donut Lab collaboration could prompt a reassessment of solid-state timelines across the broader automotive sector.
