Advance Auto Parts, Inc.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a prominent American provider of automotive aftermarket parts, serving both professional installers and do-it-yourself (DIY) customers. Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company's mission is to provide personal vehicle owners and enthusiasts with the vehicle-related products and knowledge that fulfill their wants and needs at the right price, supported by friendly, knowledgeable, and professional staff.

The company retails a wide array of brand name, original equipment manufacturer (OEM), and private label automotive replacement parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items for various vehicle types, including domestic and imported cars, vans, SUVs, and light and heavy-duty trucks. Key brands include DieHard batteries and Argos oil. Beyond products, Advance Auto Parts offers essential services such as free battery testing and installation, check engine light scanning, windshield wiper blade replacement, starter and alternator testing, and free oil and transmission fluid recycling.

As a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America, Advance Auto Parts operates thousands of stores, including 4,305 company-owned locations and support for 809 independently owned Carquest branded stores as of January 3, 2026. Shane O'Kelly has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since September 2023. The company is actively undergoing a strategic transformation, optimizing its store footprint by closing underperforming locations and establishing new, larger "market hubs" to enhance parts availability and delivery speed. Recent news includes the announcement of its Q1 2026 earnings release for May 21, 2026, and the launch of its Advance Rewards Loyalty Program in February 2026.