AutoNation Delivers Hope and Comfort to Cancer Patients Nationwide

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AutoNation (NYSE:AN), one of America's largest automotive retailers, has announced significant milestones in its DRV PNK cancer initiative. The company has raised over $45 million to date, including $4 million last year, for cancer-related causes. Through this program, AutoNation has delivered 36,000 Totes for Hope to cancer patients and funded 30 Breast Cancer Research Foundation grants.

The company's charitable efforts include over $8 million donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, supporting nearly 165,000 hours of research. Additionally, AutoNation has generated more than $2 million for pediatric cancer care and launched a new nationwide fundraising campaign for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

["Raised over $45 million for cancer initiatives, including $4 million in the last year", "Delivered 36,000 Totes for Hope to cancer patients nationwide", "Funded 30 Breast Cancer Research Foundation grants and 165,000 research hours", "Generated over $2 million for pediatric cancer support"]

With more than $45 million raised - including $4 million last year, 36,000 Totes for Hope delivered, 30 Breast Cancer Research Foundation grants funded, and more than $2 million generated for pediatric cancer care, AutoNation continues its commitment to life-saving fundraising and patient support.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoNation Inc. (NYSE: AN) and its Associates from coast-to-coast are once again delivering hope to cancer patients by packing and distributing thousands of Totes for Hope as the company launches a new chapter of fundraising through DRV PNK, its year-round commitment to drive out cancer.

Through DRV PNK, AutoNation supports cancer prevention, education, research, treatment and survivorship programs. To date, AutoNation has raised and donated more than $45 million, including $4 million last year, to advance life-saving cancer initiatives and delivered more than 36,000 tote bags to adult and pediatric cancer patients at hospitals and treatment centers nationwide. DRV PNK began with a focus on fighting breast cancer and has since grown to fight all cancers. Since its start, AutoNation has donated more than $8 million to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, funding over 30 research grants and nearly 165,000 hours of research.

This year, AutoNation launched a new nationwide fundraising campaign for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and donated a brand-new vehicle to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation to support its operations. To date, DRV PNK has generated more than $2 million to support pediatric cancer causes.

"As a company, we stand with patients and families in the fight against cancer," said Mike Manley, AutoNation's Chief Executive Officer. "But our impact is not limited to one month or one campaign. DRV PNK is a year-round focus that is powered by the dedication of our Associates, the generosity of our customers, and the strength of our partners – all united in driving toward a cancer-free future."

Customer Donations Driving Research

Customers at AutoNation's 300 locations can continue to add a donation at checkout to support cancer-related causes. This October, Customers can add a donation at checkout to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for the remainder of 2025. Since partnering with Breast Cancer Research Foundation nine years ago, Customers have contributed nearly $2 million at the register.

Supporting a Broad Network of Cancer Organizations

In addition to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society, DRV PNK supports patient care and research at organizations nationwide, including but not limited to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, ZERO Prostate Cancer, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Cancer League of Colorado, Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Orange County, California, Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, CURE Childhood Cancer in Atlanta, Wipe Out Kids Cancer in Dallas, and Phoenix Children's Hospital.

Since 2015, DRV PNK has been AutoNation's largest community investment and the cornerstone of its philanthropic impact. It funds groundbreaking research, patient programs and community outreach nationwide. Learn more at www.autonation.com/our-purpose/drive-pink.

About AutoNation, Inc. 
AutoNation, one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offers innovative products and exceptional services as part of a portfolio of comprehensive solutions for our Customers and their automotive needs. With a nationwide network of dealerships strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $45 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve. Please visit www.autonation.com, investors.autonation.com, and www.x.com/autonation, where AutoNation discloses additional information about the Company, its business, and its results of operations. 

 

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FAQ

How much has AutoNation (AN) raised for cancer initiatives to date?

AutoNation has raised and donated more than $45 million to date, including $4 million in the last year, to advance life-saving cancer initiatives.

What is AutoNation's DRV PNK initiative?

DRV PNK is AutoNation's year-round commitment to drive out cancer through support of cancer prevention, education, research, treatment, and survivorship programs. It has been the company's largest community investment since 2015.

How many Totes for Hope has AutoNation delivered to cancer patients?

AutoNation has delivered more than 36,000 tote bags to adult and pediatric cancer patients at hospitals and treatment centers nationwide.

How much has AutoNation contributed to breast cancer research specifically?

AutoNation has donated more than $8 million to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, funding over 30 research grants and nearly 165,000 hours of research.

How can customers participate in AutoNation's cancer fundraising efforts?

Customers at AutoNation's 300 locations can add donations at checkout to support cancer-related causes, with current donations supporting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for the remainder of 2025.