AutoZone to Release Third Quarter Earnings May 20, 2008

Apr 23, 2008

MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 23, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:AZO), the nation's leading auto parts retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories, will release results for its third quarter ended May 3, 2008, before market open on Tuesday, May 20, 2008. Additionally, the Company will host a one hour conference call on Tuesday, May 20, 2008, beginning at 10:00 a.m. (EDT), to discuss the results of the quarter.

This call is being web cast and can be accessed, along with supporting slides, at AutoZone's website at www.autozoneinc.com. Investors may also listen to the call via the phone by dialing (210) 839-8923. In addition, a telephone replay will be available by dialing (203) 369-1211 through May 27, 2008, at 11:59 p.m. (EDT).

About AutoZone:

As of February 9, 2008, AutoZone sells auto and light truck parts, chemicals and accessories through 4,000 AutoZone stores in 48 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico in the U.S. and 128 stores in Mexico.

AutoZone is the leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the United States. Each store carries an extensive product line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans and light trucks, including new and remanufactured automotive hard parts, maintenance items, accessories, and non-automotive products. Many stores also have a commercial sales program that provides commercial credit and prompt delivery of parts and other products to local, regional and national repair garages, dealers, and service stations. AutoZone also sells the ALLDATA brand diagnostic and repair software. On the web, AutoZone sells diagnostic and repair information, and auto and light truck parts through www.autozone.com. AutoZone does not derive revenue from automotive repair or installation.

CONTACT:
AutoZone
Media:
Ray Pohlman
901 495-7962
ray.pohlman@autozone.com
Financial:
Brian Campbell
901 495-7005
brian.campbell@autozone.com