Advance Auto Parts Elects Paul Raines to Its Board of Directors

Advance Auto Parts, Inc., (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories, and maintenance items, today announced that Paul Raines, Chief Operating Officer of GameStop Corporation has been elected to Advance’s Board of Directors. Mr. Raines has also been appointed to serve on the Board’s Finance Committee.

“We are delighted to welcome Paul to our Board of Directors,” said Jack Brouillard, Chair of the Board for Advance Auto Parts. “Paul has extensive retail operations and global sourcing experience. His experience and leadership align well with Advance’s strategic direction and goal to be the customer experience leader and to develop customers for life. We look forward to his contributions to our Board and to Advance Auto Parts.”

Mr. Raines has served in his current role at GameStop Corporation since September 2008. Previously, Mr. Raines served as the Executive Vice President - U.S. Stores for Home Depot, Inc., from April 2007 to August 2008. Prior to that time, he served in various management roles with Home Depot, including, President - Southern Division from February 2005 to April 2007,Vice President - Florida from April 2003 through January 2005, Vice President - Store Operations from January 2002 through April 2003 and as Director of Labor Management from January 2000 through January 2002.

About Advance Auto Parts

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., Advance Auto Parts, Inc., a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items in the United States, serves both the do-it-yourself and professional installer markets. As of October 10, 2009, the Company operated 3,418 stores in 39 states, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. Additional information about the Company, employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts and accessories can be found on the Company’s website at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.