Noregon announces partnership with MOTOR to provide heavy-duty parts cross-reference solution. Greensboro, North Carolina - August 4, 2026 - Noregon announced a partnership with MOTOR Information Systems that brings a heavy-duty parts cross-reference solution to Noregon's suite of maintenance and service technology. The product - FleetCross Parts by MOTOR - utilizes MOTOR's extensive database of more than forty-five million one-to-one cross references across OEM and aftermarket manufacturers for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Noregon and MOTOR share a reputation as leaders in utilizing vehicle data to develop applications that improve service, upkeep, and ownership of commercial vehicles. Both organizations are Hearst companies under the Hearst Transportation group. "We're thrilled this partnership came together; it's a natural fit," said Bill A. Hathaway, Chief Executive Officer, Noregon. "As two US-based technology companies, we recognize how critical it is for our customers to fix vehicles in a timely and affordable manner so they can get back to delivering the goods we all rely on. This partnership is a major step in helping us both achieve that shared mission." "We're pleased to welcome Noregon as one of a growing network of partners bringing FleetCross Parts by MOTOR to customers through leading commercial vehicle maintenance solutions," said Tifani Lane, Senior Vice President of Sales at MOTOR Information Systems. "Noregon has earned a strong reputation for helping fleets and repair facilities maximize uptime, and this partnership expands that value by giving Noregon users seamless access to MOTOR's industry-leading heavy-duty parts cross-reference intelligence. Together, we are helping customers identify the right replacement parts faster, improve parts-selection accuracy and reduce vehicle downtime - delivering greater value to fleets, repair facilities and distributors across the commercial vehicle industry." FleetCross Parts by MOTOR adds a valuable component for Noregon customers who use their products for diagnostics, shop management, repair guides, and other key maintenance functions. Noregon's tools help lead the technician through troubleshooting and onto the repair phase, and this partnership adds an additional layer to cross reference the parts they will be ordering for service. Noregon customers interested in adding FleetCross Parts by MOTOR can contact their local sales professional or call a US-based product specialist at (855)-889-5776 About Noregon Noregon(R) is a leading solutions provider for the maintenance, service, and upkeep of commercial vehicles and heavy-duty equipment. Noregon's offerings include in-shop and remote diagnostic applications, interactive maintenance and service guides, custom development, and more. Today's top fleets, construction companies, OE dealers, repair facilities, and municipalities all rely on Noregon to maximize uptime on their vehicles and equipment. For more information, visit www.noregon.com. About MOTOR Information Systems Founded in 1903, MOTOR Information Systems is one of the world's premier suppliers of automotive data. MOTOR empowers the industry with trusted, comprehensive solutions spanning service and repair information, parts data, labor times, vehicle configurations, and market insights. A Hearst company, MOTOR continues to drive innovation and efficiency across the automotive ecosystem. Learn more at MOTOR.COM.

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