Yadea has launched a high-end electric motorcycle equipped with a semi-solid-state battery. (Photo/Yadea)
Chongqing - Solid-state battery technology has reached a commercial milestone in China’s two-wheeler market. Yadea, a leading Chinese electric two-wheeler manufacturer, recently unveiled a high-end electric motorcycle powered by semi-solid-state batteries from Chongqing-based Talent New Energy.
China continues to show strong demand for electric two-wheelers, with ownership now exceeding 425 million units nationwide. This widespread adoption underscores the vehicle’s role as a critical tool for short-distance travel and highlights the pressing need for advanced supporting technologies.
Primarily used for daily commuting and urban travel, range remains a key factor for consumers, directly influencing convenience and the user experience. Solid-state batteries are uniquely positioned to address this “range anxiety.”
As the next generation of lithium-ion technology, solid-state batteries employ solid electrolytes instead of traditional liquid electrolytes and separators. This fundamental shift provides notable advantages in both safety and potential energy density.
The semi-solid-state battery supplied by Talent New Energy for Yadea’s new model demonstrates clear superiority over conventional lithium batteries. It delivers multiple performance breakthroughs, including a 118% increase in capacity compared to standard batteries in its class.
With a single-charge range of 112 kilometers, the motorcycle is suitable for urban commutes, off-road excursions, and short-distance touring. The vehicle also reaches a top speed of 110 km/h, enabling rapid acceleration for starts, climbs, and overtaking.
Importantly, the battery system maintains high energy density while enhancing thermal stability at the cell level through solid electrolytes. This design effectively mitigates the risk of thermal runaway and significantly improves operational safety.
Talent New Energy’s rapid growth has been bolstered by sustained industrial capital support. In 2021, while still in its incubation stage and transitioning solid-state technology from lab to factory, the company received strategic investment from the Liangjiang Strategic Fund, managed by Liangjiang Fund.
Over the next four years, Talent New Energy advanced swiftly. In 2024, it developed an automotive-grade all-solid-state lithium-metal battery and co-launched the world’s first separator-less solid-state battery technology with Changan Automobile, one of China’s largest automakers.
In 2025, Liangjiang Fund increased its support via the Liangjiang Industrial Fund, helping Talent complete a Series B+ financing round exceeding 400 million yuan. This funding is set to accelerate the construction of Talent’s first mass-production line for all-solid-state batteries, laying the groundwork for large-scale technological adoption.