First-Life EV Battery Market Report 2026

The first-life ev battery market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $82.7 billion in 2025 to $97.82 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of global electric vehicle production, improvements in lithium-ion battery performance, increasing investments in battery gigafactories, rising consumer demand for longer driving range, availability of diversified battery chemistries.

The first-life ev battery market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $196.22 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of solid-state batteries, rising focus on cost reduction per kilowatt-hour, expansion of electric commercial vehicle fleets, growing investments in domestic battery supply chains, increasing emphasis on battery sustainability and recyclability. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of high-energy-density battery chemistries, rising use of advanced battery management systems, growing demand for long-cycle-life ev batteries, expansion of localized battery manufacturing facilities, enhanced focus on battery safety and thermal stability.

The rising demand for longer range electric vehicles is expected to enhance the growth of the first life EV battery market in the coming years. A longer range electric vehicle refers to an electric vehicle designed to offer a significantly greater driving range than standard EVs, often exceeding 400 miles per charge, achieved through advanced battery technology, aerodynamics, and energy efficiency. The demand for longer range electric vehicles is increasing as consumers prefer extended driving distances without frequent charging. The first life EV battery market is growing in response to this demand, as the rapid expansion of longer range EVs encourages manufacturers to adopt higher capacity and more efficient battery technologies. For example, in July 2025, according to Virta Global, a Finland based technology company specializing in an EV energy digital platform, government initiatives to reduce heavy duty truck emissions include the EU targeting 45 percent cuts by 2030 and 90 percent by 2040, with more than 800 electric truck models available globally, and in 2024, Volvo and Scania launched long range electric trucks exceeding 600 kilometers per charge. Therefore, the rising demand for longer range electric vehicles is enhancing the growth of the first life EV battery market.

Key companies operating in the first life electric vehicle (EV) battery market are emphasizing the development of advanced products, such as sodium ion batteries, to improve energy density, safety, and cost efficiency over conventional lithium ion options. Sodium ion batteries are rechargeable energy storage systems that utilize sodium ions to store and release power, providing a more affordable and abundant alternative to lithium based technologies. For instance, in September 2025, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited, a China based battery manufacturer, introduced Naxtra, a sodium ion EV battery designed to deliver high performance and reliability. The battery achieves an energy density of 175 Wh/kg, enabling a pure electric driving range of over 500 km. Naxtra demonstrates exceptional durability with more than 10,000 charge discharge cycles, a 5C fast charging capability, consistent performance in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +70°C, and a safer chemical composition that reduces fire and explosion risks, marking a significant advancement in sustainable EV battery innovation.

In March 2024, Toyota Motor Corporation, a Japan-based automotive manufacturer, acquired Primearth EV Energy Co. Ltd. from Panasonic Holdings Corporation for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Toyota aims to strengthen its battery mass production capabilities and respond flexibly to the growing demand for diverse electric vehicle batteries, supporting its multi-pathway electrification and carbon neutrality strategy. Primearth EV Energy Co. Ltd. is a Japan-based company that produces first-life EV batteries.

Major companies operating in the first-life ev battery market are Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), BYD Co. Ltd., LG Energy Solution, Panasonic Holdings Corporation, SK Inc., Samsung SDI Co.,Ltd., China Aviation Lithium Battery (CALB), Gotion Inc., EVE Energy Co.,Ltd., Sunwoda Electronic Co.,Ltd., Farasis Energy, Tesla Inc., Verkor, A123 Systems Corp., Toshiba Corporation, Romeo Power, Exide Industries Ltd., AESC (Automotive Energy Supply Corporation), Solid Power Inc., Beijing WeLion New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd., Invenox, Amprius Technologies Inc., Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, Envites Energy, Northvolt AB, OptimumNano Energy Co.,Ltd., QuantumScape Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the first-life electric vehicle (EV) battery market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the first-life ev battery market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the first-life ev battery market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The first-life electric vehicle (EV) battery market consists of sales of battery management systems, battery modules, battery packs, high-voltage wiring harnesses, and charging interface components. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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