AutoNation is the largest automotive retailer in the United States and is the leading provider of new and pre-owned vehicles. It was founded in 1996 by entrepreneur H. Wayne Huizenga. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, AutoNation owns and operates 284 new vehicle franchises, which sell 34 new vehicle brands across 15 states. The current Chairman and CEO is Mike Jackson, former CEO of Mercedes-Benz North America. The current President and Chief Operation Officer is Mike Maroone, previously of Maroone Automotive Group of South Florida.
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