Three AutoNation Associates Named To Automotive News' "40 Under 40" List

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Automotive News released its "40 Under 40" list today, recognizing 40 noteworthy automotive professionals under 40 years old.  Among those selected were three associates from AutoNation (NYSE: AN), America's largest automotive retailer:  Adil Elomri, General Manager, AutoNation Nissan Arapahoe, Denver, Colorado; Tania Eubanks, General Manager, AutoNation Ford Gulf Freeway, Dallas, Texas; and Brian Feldman, AutoNation Senior Director eCommerce, Retail Operations, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 

Several hundred candidates are nominated each year to be a part of the 40 Under 40 list.  Once the details of their achievements are evaluated, Automotive News' editors review every candidate and reach out to their references for further insight. Only then does the publication compile the final list, identifying those who can be categorized as the best young talent the industry has to offer. 

"I could not be prouder of these three associates," said Mike Maroone, AutoNation's President and Chief Operating Officer. "It's encouraging to see the talent we've cultivated. Adil, Tania and Brian have long careers ahead of them, and we're looking forward to them serving as role models for the next generation of AutoNation leaders."

AutoNation has a strong track record when it comes to developing new talent. The company puts a considerable emphasis on training and development, with custom-tailored educational programs that provide associates with a range of tools to broaden their knowledge and enhance their prospects for advancement.  The company's AutoNation University programs, including General Manager University, for example, prepare associates for the next level of their careers, and the company's efficient identification and sharing of best practices means that innovative thinking and quality concepts are disseminated quickly throughout the organization for the benefit of all.

For more information about the awards and the process through which they're determined, visit www.bestdealershipstoworkfor.com. To shop any AutoNation retail location for a vehicle or find a store nearby, visit www.AutoNation.com.  Investors and those seeking more information about the company should visit www.investors.autonation.com.

About AutoNation, Inc.

AutoNation is transforming the automotive retail industry through bold leadership.  We deliver a superior automotive retail experience through our customer-focused sales and service processes.  Owning and operating 270 new vehicle franchises, which sell 33 new vehicle brands across 15 states, AutoNation is America's largest automotive retailer, with state-of-the-art operations and the ability to leverage economies of scale that benefit the customer.  As an indication of our leadership position in our industry, AutoNation is a component of the S&P 500 Index.

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