Advance Auto Parts Will Speak at Lehman Brothers Retail Seminar

ROANOKE, Va., April 25 Advance Auto Parts, Inc.today announced Lawrence P. Castellani, Chief Executive Officer, and Jimmie L. Wade, President and Chief Financial Officer, are scheduled to present at the Lehman Brothers Retail Seminar on Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at 8:35 AM Eastern Time.

The public is invited to listen to the live presentation by dialing (800) 491-3423 in the United Sates and (303) 267-1006 from outside the United States using the ID number 1752750. A replay will be available by dialing (800) 625-5288 in the United States and (303) 804-1855 from outside the United States from 24 hours after the presentation for seven days using the ID number 1752750.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is based in Roanoke, Va., and is the second largest auto parts chain in the nation. With approximately 2,400 stores in 38 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, the Company serves both the do-it-yourself and professional installer markets. Additional information about the Company, employment opportunities, services, as well as on-line purchase of parts and accessories can be found on the Company's web site at http://www.advanceautoparts.com.