by Verge Motorcycles introduces a motorcycle with a solid-state battery
Verge Motorcycles has announced a motorcycle equipped with an innovative solid-state battery. This technology, which promises to be the next big breakthrough, is finally finding its way into mass-produced vehicles. According to the manufacturer, customers will receive significantly faster charging times and almost double the range compared to traditional batteries.
Battery availability and specifications
The solid-state battery will become available in the coming months for the Verge TS Pro model. The battery source is the company Donut Lab, which offers it in two configurations: 20.2 kWh with a 217-mile range and 33.3 kWh, increasing this figure to 370 miles.
The updated battery pack does not affect the price of the motorcycle.
Charging at a powerful 200 kW NACS station can restore up to 186 miles of range in just ten minutes, which is a very impressive result.
Safety and durability benefits
The benefits of the new technology do not end there. Verge states that the solid-state battery is designed to last the entire lifetime of the motorcycle, unlike the “thousands of charging cycles” of traditional batteries. The company also emphasizes improved safety, as such batteries are not prone to ignition, making them significantly safer for users and charging stations.
Technical details from the battery manufacturer
Donut Lab positions its development as “the world’s first solid-state battery ready for use in mass-produced cars.” The company claims a record energy density of 400 Wh/kg and a lifespan of up to 100,000 cycles, which, theoretically, could mean almost 274 years of daily use.
The battery has been rigorously tested under extreme conditions. At temperatures from -30°C to +100°C, it retained over 99% of its capacity.
Specifications of the Verge TS Pro motorcycle
The Verge TS Pro motorcycle with a solid-state battery will go on sale in the first quarter with a starting price of $29,900. It is equipped with an electric motor with 137 hp and colossal torque of 737 lb-ft, allowing acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds.
The appearance of a mass-produced motorcycle with such battery technology could become a significant milestone not only for the motorcycle industry but for the entire electric vehicle market. The stated indicators of energy density, charging speed, and especially durability and safety, if confirmed in practice, are capable of significantly changing consumer attitudes towards electric transport. The success of this product could accelerate further investment and development in the field of solid-state batteries and other promising energy storage technologies.
