Used electric vehicle batteries from early models like the Renault Zoe and Nissan Leaf are reaching the end of their warranty periods, creating a growing market for second-life applications. Industry analyst Circunomics predicts these aging batteries will be repurposed for vehicle use, grid energy storage, or recycling, as demand for new batteries remains strong. The oversupply of used batteries is expected to continue exerting downward pressure on prices across these sectors. This shift could reshape the economics of battery reuse and recycling in the coming years.
As early Renault Zoes and Nissan Leafs age out of warranty, Circunomics says used batteries will split between vehicles, grid storage and recycling, while oversupply keeps pressure on prices.
