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OEC

OEC is an automotive technology and software company providing connected solutions across the vehicle repair and supply ecosystem.

Last updated September 10, 2026

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Overview

OEC is an automotive technology and software company. Since pioneering the first OEM parts eCommerce platform in 2000, OEC has connected the aftersales industry with purpose-built solutions that leverage trusted data and relationships to help get vehicles repaired and back on the road safely. It describes itself as the digital backbone of the vehicle repair and supply ecosystem, powering connections across the largest network of repairers, parts suppliers, and vehicle owners globally. OEC was launched in 2000 by Ford, GM, Chrysler, and Bell & Howell (now Snap-on Business Solutions). It is headquartered in the U.S., with locations across Europe and Asia-Pacific.

History

OEC was launched in 2000 by Ford, GM, Chrysler, and Bell & Howell (now Snap-on Business Solutions) to solve a critical industry problem. Since pioneering the first OEM parts eCommerce platform in 2000, OEC has connected the aftersales industry with purpose-built solutions that leverage trusted data and relationships to help get vehicles repaired and back on the road safely. In 2015, OEC became the largest online parts marketplace in North America and began global expansion. In 2020, its solutions expanded across the complete vehicle parts and repair workflow. Today, OEC describes itself as the connective digital tissue behind the global repair economy.

Recent events

  • OEC customer support earns Center of Excellence certification[6]

    Reported:

    OEConnection (OEC) was certified by BenchmarkPortal as a Center of Excellence for its customer service and support contact center.

  • OEC appoints Patrick C. Brown as president and CEO[7]

    Reported:

    OEC announced Patrick C. Brown's appointment as its new president and CEO, succeeding Chuck Rotuno, who was named executive chairman. The changes were effective immediately.

  • OEC acquires NuGenIT[8]

    Reported:

    OEConnection (OEC) announced that it had acquired NuGenIT, a software company specializing in body shop and collision industry optimization tools.

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