Advance Auto Parts to Webcast Annual Investor Conference

ROANOKE, Va.--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, batteries and maintenance items, announced it will be holding its annual investor conference at the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday, November 29, 2006.

A live webcast of management’s presentation and question-and-answer session will be available on the investor relations section of the company’s Web site at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com. The webcast will be archived on the company’s Web site until November 28, 2007.

About Advance Auto Parts

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., Advance Auto Parts is the second-largest retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, batteries and maintenance items in the United States, based on sales and store count. As of October 7, 2006, the Company operated 3,029 stores in 40 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 www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.