Donut Lab, a Finish e-mobility tech innovator made the announcement that its very own solid-state batteries will find its way to production motorcycles in the first quarter of 2026 with other OEM brands “across the global transportation sector” to follow.

The all-solid-state battery delivers 400 Wh/kg of energy density—double that of conventional lithium-ion batteries and four times that of lithium iron phosphate bateries. This unlocks longer range (it can be discharged to zero percent), lighter structures, and just five minutes of charging (up to 100 percent).

In addition, unlike conventional lithium-ion batteries, the Donut Battery experiences minimal capacity fade over its lifetime, with a design life of up to 100,000 cycles, offering practical longevity that far exceeds existing technologies. Safety is built in at the core: no flammable liquid electrolytes, no thermal runaway chains, and no metallic dendrites. This eliminates the root causes of battery fires, making the Donut Battery extremely safe and truly revolutionary.

Performance has been rigorously tested across extreme conditions. At negative 30 degrees Celsius, the battery retains over 99 percent of its capacity, and when heated to temperatures exceeding 100 Celsius, it continues to retain over 99 percent capacity with no signs of ignition or degradation.

The all-solid-state battery is made entirely from abundant, affordable, and geopolitically safe materials, does not rely on rare or sensitive elements, and demonstrates a lower cost than lithium-ion.

And the design is versatile. It can be produced in custom sizes, voltages, and geometries, enabling structural integration and non-traditional formats like serving as the body of a drone or a vehicle chassis.

In terms of OEM usage, Verge Motorcycles is the first mobility company to use the Donut Battery. Expected out by the first quarter of this year, these electric motorcycles can charge in less than 10 minutes, delivering up to 60 kilometers of combined range per minute of charging. The long-range version offers an impressive 600 kilometers on a single charge.

Donut Lab also announced that the battery will also be deployed in defense-grade platforms where safety, reliability, and performance under extreme conditions are non-negotiable. Current projects in development include a four-wheel tactical buggy and a next-generation drone platform, showcasing the battery’s versatility and robustness in a variety of applications.