Advance Auto Parts Names Adam Bergman as Vice President, Investor and Media Relations

ROANOKE, Va., Feb. 14, 2005 -- Advance Auto Parts, Inc. announced today that Adam Bergman has been named to the position of Vice President, Investor and Media Relations. Mr. Bergman will be responsible for communications with investors, financial analysts, media outlets and news professionals.

"I am pleased to announce the addition of Adam to our team," said Jeff Gray, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. "His previous experience in investor relations and his business acumen will be strong assets in enhancing our Company's communications to the investment community and the news media."

Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Bergman worked for Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., based in Chesapeake, Virginia as Director of Investor Relations. He also worked for Wilbanks, Smith & Thomas Asset Management and Scott & Stringfellow Financial, Inc., both based in Norfolk, Virginia, as a research analyst. He received his Certificate in Investor Relations from the University of California at Irvine and his Bachelor of Science in Commerce from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia. He also holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.

About Advance Auto Parts, Inc.

Headquartered in Roanoke, VA, Advance Auto Parts is a leading retailer of automotive parts and accessories in the United States. At October 9, 2004, the Company had 2,612 stores in 39 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The Company serves both the do-it-yourself and professional installer markets.