AutoNation USA Celebrates Texas Grand Openings

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AutoNation (NYSE: AN) has announced the grand opening of two new AutoNation USA stores in Denton and Houston, Texas, expanding its pre-owned vehicle retail presence to eight locations in the state and 26 nationwide. The new stores bring 35 and 36 new jobs respectively to their areas.

The Denton location spans 18,306 square feet and joins AutoNation USA Plano in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The Gulf Freeway store in Houston covers 18,426 square feet, complementing existing locations in Houston and Katy.

Both stores feature AutoNation's signature 1Price Pre-Owned experience with haggle-free pricing and the We'll Buy Your Car program offering same-day cash offers. In celebration of the openings, AutoNation honored the Texas chapter of the American Cancer Society through its DRV PNK initiative, which has raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes.

Denton and Gulf Freeway stores join six other pre-owned vehicle retail stores in Texas `            

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoNation (NYSE: AN), one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S., announced the grand opening of AutoNation USA stores in Denton and Houston, the company's seventh and eighth pre-owned vehicle retail stores in Texas, bringing the total number to 26 nationwide.

Statewide, AutoNation USA now operates three stores in the greater Houston area, two in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, and one each in Austin, Corpus Christi and San Antonio.

"Our AutoNation USA teams in Denton and at our Gulf Freeway store are looking forward to making AutoNation USA the number one choice for customers in the region to buy and sell pre-owned vehicles," said Dave Koehler, Chief Operating Officer for AutoNation's Non-Franchised Business. "We look forward to providing great customer experiences and demonstrating why AutoNation is an industry leader and the highest-ranked automotive dealer on the Fortune 2025 World's Most Admired Companies list."

Bringing 35 new jobs to the area and encompassing 18,306 square feet, AutoNation USA Denton joins AutoNation USA Plano in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, along with more than a dozen new vehicle dealerships including Audi, BMW, Ford, Porsche, MINI, Honda, Hyundai, Chevrolet and Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM.

In Houston, the new 18,426 square feet AutoNation USA Gulf Freeway store brings more than 36 jobs to the area and joins AutoNation USA stores in Houston and Katy, along with a dozen new vehicle dealerships, including BMW, Ford, Toyota, MINI, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Land Rover and Mercedes-Benz.

Known for its vast selection of high-quality used cars, trucks and SUVs from every major brand, AutoNation USA offers exceptional customer service and more ways to buy and sell pre-owned vehicles with ease. Its 1Price Pre-Owned experience offers competitive, haggle-free pricing and the successful We'll Buy Your Car program provides customers a competitive, no purchase necessary, same-day cash offer valid for seven days.

In celebration of the stores' grand openings, AutoNation honored the Texas chapter of the American Cancer Society as its DRV PNK partner. DRV PNK is AutoNation's largest social impact investment and is the cornerstone of the company's philanthropic strategy to support cancer-related causes. For more than a decade, AutoNation has donated and raised more than $40 million to advance life-saving cancer research and treatment.

AutoNation USA Denton is located at 4201 South Interstate 35-E, Denton, Texas. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed Sunday. For information, call (940) 758-7852 or visit autonationusa.com/dealership/denton.

AutoNation USA Gulf Freeway is located at 14111 Gulf Freeway, Houston, Texas. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; closed Sunday. For information, call (832) 770-6494 or visit autonationusa.com/dealership/gulf-freeway .  

Visit careers.autonation.com to directly apply for career opportunities at AutoNation.

About AutoNation, Inc.
AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 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.twitter.com/AutoNation, where AutoNation discloses additional information about the Company, its business, and its results of operations. Please also visit www.autonationdrive.com, AutoNation's automotive blog, for information regarding the AutoNation community, the automotive industry, and current automotive news and trends.

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FAQ

How many AutoNation USA stores are now operating in Texas after the new openings?

AutoNation (AN) now operates 8 pre-owned vehicle retail stores across Texas, with locations in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, Corpus Christi, and San Antonio.

What are the locations and hours of the new AutoNation USA stores in Texas?

The Denton store is at 4201 South Interstate 35-E (open Mon-Sat, 9am-8pm) and the Gulf Freeway store is at 14111 Gulf Freeway, Houston (open Mon-Sat, 9am-9pm). Both are closed Sundays.

How many jobs did AutoNation's new Texas stores create?

The new stores created 71 total jobs - 35 positions at the Denton location and 36 at the Gulf Freeway store in Houston.

What special programs does AutoNation USA offer at its new Texas locations?

The stores offer the 1Price Pre-Owned experience with haggle-free pricing and the We'll Buy Your Car program providing competitive, no-purchase-necessary, same-day cash offers valid for 7 days.

How much has AutoNation's DRV PNK initiative raised for cancer research?

AutoNation's DRV PNK initiative has raised and donated more than $40 million over the past decade to support cancer research and treatment.