Used electric vehicle batteries from aging Renault Zoe and Nissan Leaf models are facing a pivotal transition as warranties expire, with Circunomics forecasting a shift in their lifecycle. The batteries will increasingly be repurposed for second-life applications in vehicles or grid storage rather than discarded, though an oversupply of these components is expected to weigh on market prices. The growing inventory of used batteries presents both opportunities for cost-effective energy storage solutions and challenges for manufacturers navigating supply dynamics. Industry observers will watch closely as the balance between reuse, recycling, and economic pressures reshapes the battery economy.
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.
