Used electric vehicle batteries from aging Renault Zoe and Nissan Leaf models are facing a pivotal transition as warranties expire, with Circunomics forecasting a three-way split in their fate. A portion will be repurposed for second-life applications in vehicles or grid storage, while the remainder will enter recycling streams. The growing oversupply of these batteries is also expected to maintain downward pressure on prices, reshaping the market for second-hand energy storage solutions. Industry observers will watch closely as this shift could redefine both automotive and energy sectors.
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.
