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EV batteries getting a second life in Japan

Summary by drive.com.au
Toyota is revitalising old electrified car batteries to power Mazda’s headquarters and factory as part of a car battery recycling program. New lithium-ion battery from the upcoming 2026 Toyota RAV4 (left). Image: Getty. Used hybrid and electric car batteries are getting a new lease on life in Japan, as part of a Toyota and Mazda trial using them to power buildings. The Japanese car giants have collaborated to install batteries from older electr…
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drive.com.au broke the news in on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
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