Motion Industries Earns Recognition as a John Deere ``Partner-Level Supplier''

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--Feb. 7, 2006--Motion Industries, one of North America's leading distributors of industrial maintenance, repair, and operation replacement parts, has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2005 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company's highest supplier rating. The Birmingham-based company was selected for the honor in recognition of its dedication to providing products and service of outstanding quality as well as its commitment to continuous improvement. This marks the second year in a row that Motion Industries has achieved "Partnership" level with Deere & Company. Motion employees will accept the recognition during formal ceremonies to be held on March 8, 2006.

"Our customer relationships are extremely important to us," says Motion Industries' President and CEO Bill Stevens. "We are committed to providing the best service possible, and we are pleased that John Deere has honored us with this award."

Suppliers who participate in the Achieving Excellence program are evaluated annually in several key performance categories, including quality, cost management, delivery, technical support and wavelength, which is a measure of responsiveness. John Deere Supply Management created the program in 1991 to provide a supplier evaluation and feedback process that promotes continuous improvement.

With 2004 sales in excess of $2.5 billion, Motion Industries is the leading distributor of bearings; mechanical, industrial automation, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic power replacement parts; hose and rubber products; and industrial supply products. Motion Industries has more than 460 operations including nine distribution centers throughout North America and serves more than 150,000 customers from the automotive, chemical, food and beverage, wood and lumber, iron and steel, pulp and paper, mining and aggregate, and pharmaceutical industries.

Motion Industries is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company .

Visit our website at www.motionindustries.com. Contact us toll-free at (800) 526-9328.