The first solid-state battery promises full capacity in just five minutes

Donut Lab's battery represents the biggest leap in energy storage technology in a decade. With an energy density of 400 Wh/kg, it nearly doubles the capacity of current lithium-ion batteries, enabling significantly longer range while reducing vehicle weight. But the most impressive thing is the charging time: the battery can be fully charged in just five minutes, making the experience at a charging station comparable to filling up at a gas station.

Unlike conventional batteries, where manufacturers recommend charging only up to 80 percent to maintain lifespan, Donut Lab's solid-state battery allows for regular charging up to 100 % without rapid degradation. The company claims that their technology can withstand up to 100,000 cycles, which practically means that the battery will outlast the vehicle itself. In addition, solid-state batteries are significantly safer, as they do not contain flammable liquid electrolytes, which drastically reduces the risk of fires.

The first vehicles equipped with this technology will be electric motorcycles from the Verge Motorcycles brand (TS Pro and Ultra models), which will hit the roads in the first quarter of 2026. Although some doubts have been raised among the professional community regarding the rapid transition from the laboratory to mass production, Donut Lab assures that their solution has already passed real-world testing. For Slovenian drivers, this means the beginning of the end of the so-called "achievement fear", as with such technology, electric cars could finally become competitive with gasoline-powered ones, even on long journeys without long stops.