America’s most admired automotive retailer, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of AutoNation USA Austin as the company pursues plans to grow its network of pre-owned vehicle stores coast-to-coast and meet the evolving personalized transportation needs of Customers seeking to buy and sell pre-owned vehicles.

AutoNation USA Market President Scott Johnson and General Manager Marty Wojewodzic opened the ceremony by presenting Patrick Isenberg, director of corporate relations for the American Cancer Society in Texas, with Drive Pink (DRVPNK) Totes for Hope comfort bags for cancer patients at Hope Lodge. AutoNation partners with cancer charities from coast-to-coast to raise funds through (DRVPNK), which has raised and donated more than $35 million in the fight against cancer since 2013.

Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce Vice President Britney Box and Chamber Ambassador Terry Pruett were in attendance to help welcome AutoNation USA to the Austin community.

Bringing 32 jobs to the region, AutoNation USA Austin joins four other AutoNation USA stores operating in Texas, with stores in San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Houston, and Katy. In addition to AutoNation USA locations, the company’s presence in the state includes 44 stores.

AutoNation USA Austin is located at 15718 North IH-35, Austin, Texas, 78728. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visit autonationusa.com/dealership/austin.htm or call AutoNation USA Austin at (737) 402-5500​​​.

About AutoNation, Inc.

AutoNation, a provider of personalized transportation services, is driven by innovation and transformation. As one of America's most admired companies, AutoNation delivers a peerless Customer experience recognized by data-driven consumer insight leaders, Reputation and J.D. Power. Through its bold leadership and brand affinity, the AutoNation Brand is synonymous with "DRVPNK" and "What Drives You, Drives Us." AutoNation is committed to being the nation's most comprehensive transportation solutions provider with easy, transparent, and Customer-centric services.

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