Advance Auto Parts announced Carquest by Advance as a new retail concept under Advance?s portfolio of brands. The store model targets the emerging automotive DIY channel and is designed specifically for independent owners who receive additional operations and merchandising DIY support from Advance. Carquest by Advance stores feature interior and exterior signage, along with a core selection of DIY automotive parts and products made available by Advance. The merchandise assortment includes DieHard? batteries, America?s most trusted auto battery, which is owned by Advance. In addition to stocking the core product assortment, independent owners can leverage Advance?s network of supplier partners or work with local suppliers to carry other parts that meet the unique needs of the communities they serve.