New Ownership Strengthens ProCare Automotive

~ Monro Muffler Brake Acquires 75 ProCare Locations ~

ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 3 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. ("Monro"), a trusted leader in the automotive service business for over fifty years, has acquired 75 ProCare Automotive Service Solutions ("ProCare") locations out of Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. In addition to providing a stable financial foundation, Monro will enhance customer service and convenience as well as expand the range of services offered at the acquired locations.

"We are pleased to have ProCare become part of the Monro family, which currently includes 544 Monro Muffler Brake, 53 Mr. Tire, and 28 Tread Quarters Discount Tires locations. By bringing ProCare under our umbrella, we will be able to provide greater convenience for our existing customers as well as reach new customers who can now benefit from our industry-leading service and commitment to quality," commented Robert G. Gross, President and Chief Executive Officer of Monro Muffler Brake, Inc.

"Most importantly, consumers trust Monro to do only work that is needed, and to do it right the first time. We will extend this commitment to our newly acquired locations and work hard to ensure our ranks of satisfied and loyal customers continue to grow," concluded Mr. Gross.

Monro will honor all ProCare and competitor warranties and provides a 30-day best price guarantee. In addition, the Company has incorporated all active ProCare store employees into its team.

Monro Muffler Brake operates a chain of stores providing automotive undercar repair and tire services for exhaust systems, brake systems, steering and suspension systems, tires and many vehicle maintenance services. The Company currently operates 625 stores under the brand names of Monro Muffler Brake and Service, Mr. Tire, Tread Quarters Discount Tires in New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Connecticut, Massachusetts, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Vermont, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, Rhode Island, Delaware, Maine and Michigan. Consumers can visit http://www.monro.com/ to find a conveniently located store.