Continental Battery Systems (CBS) has been named the Gold Category 2025 Supplier of the Year by Parts Warehouse, Incorporated, Headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas. This top honor was presented at the Red, White and Revved Up Conference 2026. The award recognizes suppliers for exceptional performance, strong cross-functional partnerships, and a commitment to shared growth and profitability.
CBS was recognized for contributions across sales, marketing, purchasing, accounting, and distribution operations, as well as for consistently delivering high-quality products and dependable supply chain performance.
“This award reflects our team’s dedication to responsiveness, accountability, and exceptional service,” said John Rauco, Chief Commercial Officer at Continental Battery Systems. “This recognition represents the people behind our success and the work they do every day to deliver product quality, operational support, and dependable fulfillment for our partners. We are grateful for our long-standing partnership with Parts Warehouse, Inc. and look forward to continuing that momentum together.”
A Landmark Milestone in Partnership Performance
In addition to the Supplier of the Year honor, CBS was the single largest sales PWI vendor in 2025. The milestone reflects sustained product performance, strong demand growth, and PWI’s long-term confidence in the CBS partnership.
“This award reflects the strength of a partnership built on trust, execution, and a shared focus on delivering results,” said Brian Dean, Vice President of Purchasing at Parts Warehouse, Inc. “Continental Battery Systems has consistently exemplified what a strong channel partnership looks like, and we are proud of what we’ve accomplished together.”
A Partnership Built Over Decades
Continental Battery Systems and Parts Warehouse, Inc. (PWI) have partnered since 1989, building a nearly 40-year relationship rooted in collaboration and consistent execution. This recognition underscores the strength of the partnership among CBS and PWI. With continued momentum and new opportunities ahead, the organizations remain focused on future growth together.
About Continental Battery Systems
Founded in 1932, Continental Battery Systems (CBS) is a leading North American distributor of battery products, energy storage systems, and recycling solutions, serving OEMs, aftermarket providers, and major retailers. CBS supports a full spectrum of applications, from passenger and heavy-duty vehicles to powersports, golf, lawn & garden, marine, RV, and industrial equipment. With more than 160 locations and five regional distribution centers, CBS combines deep local market expertise with a robust national supply chain to deliver consistent product availability and service. The company’s diverse portfolio of premium national and private-label brands empowers dealers, distributors, and service providers to meet the evolving demands of modern vehicles and electric transportation. Driven by innovation, sustainability, and a customer-first culture, Continental Battery Systems is powering the future of performance with speed, reliability, and national scale.
About Crow-Burlingame | Parts Warehouse, Inc. | Replacement Parts Inc. | Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts
Crow-Burlingame, Parts Warehouse, Inc. (PWI), and Replacement Parts Inc. (RPI), operating as Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, are premier distributors of automotive parts, tools, and equipment serving professional technicians and DIY customers nationwide. With a strong network of company-owned and independent locations, the organization delivers trusted brands, innovative solutions, and industry-leading service built on a legacy of performance and partnership.
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