Advance Auto Parts to Release Earnings on May 18, 2005

ROANOKE, Va., May 11, 2005 -- Advance Auto Parts, Inc. announced today that it will report its first quarter results after the close of business on May 18, 2005. The Company will detail its results on a conference call scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on May 19, 2005 which will be made available concurrently on the Company's website, http://www.advanceautoparts.com/. The call is also available by dialing 1-866-800-8651.

About Advance Auto Parts, Inc.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., Advance Auto Parts is the second-largest automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, accessories, batteries and maintenance items, in the United States, based on sales and store count. At January 1, 2005, the Company had 2,652 stores in 39 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 online purchase of parts and accessories can be found on the Company's web site at http://www.advanceautoparts.com/.