AutoNation, Inc. is a large U.S. automotive retailer headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The company’s core business is selling new and used vehicles through a nationwide dealership network, supported by a broader set of customer-facing services that are designed to cover the full ownership cycle—from shopping and purchase through ongoing maintenance and eventual resale or trade-in.
AutoNation organizes its dealership business around three primary retail groupings—Domestic, Import, and Premium Luxury—which reflect the mix of manufacturer franchises it operates. Alongside these dealership categories, it also operates AutoNation Finance as a reportable segment tied to its captive/financing activities.
A major driver of the model is its after-sales ecosystem: parts, service, and repair work that continues long after a vehicle is sold. AutoNation supports this through its service departments as well as branded offerings like AutoNation Collision Center and AutoNation Mobile Service, extending its reach beyond the traditional dealership service lane.
AutoNation also runs adjacent businesses that complement retail dealerships, including AutoNation USA used-vehicle stores and other support operations such as auctions and parts distribution. Put together, the company functions as an integrated auto retail platform—selling vehicles, supporting ownership through service and repairs, and offering financing and protection products to make the end-to-end customer experience more seamless.