AutoNation

AutoNation is a company in the United States that sells cars. It is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. AutoNation sells new and used cars and also offers car-related services.White, Joseph B., "One Billion Cars", The Wall Street Journal, April 17, 2006. 

The company started in 1996. Its founder is Wayne Huizenga. AutoNation began with 12 stores and now has over 300.Bradsher, Keith, "Huizenga Wants to Dominate the Market", The New York Times, March 6, 1997. 

History
In 1997, AutoNation bought Maroone Automotive Group for $200 million. In 1998, CarMax sued AutoNation for copyright issues. CarMax first won $50 million, but this was overturned.

In 2011, AutoNation became the first car retailer in the U.S. to sell 8 million cars. By 2022, it had sold 14 million cars.

In 2023, AutoNation bought RepairSmith, a company that provides car repair services at home, for $190 million.

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Category:Companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange
Category:1996 establishments in Florida
Category:Companies based in Florida
Category:Auto dealerships