About Us

From a small garage to a nationwide business

BHB began in 2013 with mobile installations and work from a small garage. As demand grew, so did the space, equipment and range of vehicles we worked on. The business developed through dedicated shop locations in the Chicago suburbs and now operates from our Plainfield facility.

1. 2013 — Getting started: Small-garage operations and mobile hybrid battery installations.
2. 2015 — Room to grow: A dedicated two-car garage location on Joliet Street.
3. 2016 — Expanding the workshop: A 3,000-square-foot location on Route 59 in Shorewood, followed by additional space as the business grew.
4. Today — Plainfield, Illinois: Battery production, testing, packaging and in-shop installation, with nationwide shipping.

A research background, applied to practical battery work

Founder and owner Michael Bradley brought his scientific research background to a practical question: how can an owner make a sound decision when a hybrid battery fails?

That approach continues to shape BHB. We use measurement, testing and hands-on evaluation to guide battery work, and we explain the choices to the customer. The right next step may be a replacement pack, further diagnosis or another service, depending on the vehicle and the evidence available.

What happens in our workshop

Testing and preparation depend on the battery design and application. Our work includes:

• Inspection and evaluation: Assessing returned cores and components to determine the work required.
• Battery testing: Evaluating capacity, resistance, power and discharge behavior with appropriate equipment and procedures.
• Component selection and assembly: Preparing the replacement assembly for its intended vehicle application.
• Final checks and packaging: Checking the prepared pack and packaging it for collection, installation or shipment.

A remanufactured pack is an application-specific product. Confirm what is included, what transfers from the original assembly and any programming or setup requirements on the product listing or with our team before ordering.

Built around the way customers want to install

DIY is our most popular option. Our assembled packs and vehicle-specific instructions help make replacement more approachable. Following the appropriate safety steps and checks is part of a successful installation, and we are available for questions.

You can also have a battery shipped to your own mechanic, explore our White Glove installer network, or schedule installation at our Plainfield shop.

A broad catalog, with clear buying information

We supply replacement batteries for Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan and Infiniti hybrid applications. Our vehicle buying guides explain application choices, installation options, core returns and warranty terms, with links to the relevant products.

The standard battery warranty is 3 years with unlimited mileage, with an optional 6-year term where offered. Core return is required to activate coverage. Replacement shipping, installation labor and towing are excluded; commercial-use vehicles have separate terms. See our complete warranty policy.