FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.,
Nov. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- If there
is one thing that unites people, it is acknowledging the need to
eliminate cancer, an illness that affects everyone in one way or
another. When cancer affects a child, the stakes are even
higher.
That's why AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN), America's largest
and most admired automotive retailer and its 21,000 Associates
at over 300 locations coast to coast, have united with Customers,
friends and charity partners, for one goal: to drive out
cancer. The company, which made the decision in 2013 to direct
all its charitable initiatives toward fighting cancer and launched
the Drive Pink initiative two years later, has raised more
than $28 million for cancer research
and treatment.
This November, AutoNation is partnering with the Dick Vitale
Fund for Pediatric Cancer at the V Foundation to support and raise
funds for innovative pediatric cancer research. Vitale is a
long-time V Foundation board member and passionate advocate for
pediatric cancer research. He is also a friend of AutoNation and
has joined their Associates to help deliver care bags to pediatric
cancer patients during their annual DRVPNK Across America Day.
Through AutoNation's Cash Register Challenge in November,
Customers may add donations to their credit or debit card
transactions at all AutoNation dealerships, stores and collision
centers. Donations of all types and sizes are gratefully accepted,
and 100% of the funds raised go directly towards helping pediatric
cancer patients and their families in many meaningful ways, as well
as supporting scientific research to find a cure.
"Imagine a world without cancer, where no one, and particularly
children, would have to go through the pain and suffering it
causes," said Marc Cannon, Executive
Vice President and Chief Customer Experience Officer. "That is our
shared vision at AutoNation, where we work year-round with partners
like the Dick Vitale Fund for Pediatric Cancer and V Foundation on
the front lines of funding, research and treatment to transform our
vision of a cancer-free world into reality."
Dick Vitale agrees, "I am proud
and honored that AutoNation is joining our team and helping to
raise dollars for youngsters battling cancer. There is
nothing more tragic than watching a mom and dad put a child to
rest. Until my last breath, I'll continue my mission to fund
critically needed pediatric cancer research to find a cure. I
simply say that AutoNation is Awesome! Please support the Cash
Register Challenge and help us beat this disease."
About AutoNation, Inc.
AutoNation, America's largest
and most admired automotive retailer, is transforming the
automotive industry through its bold leadership, innovation, and
comprehensive brand extensions. As of September 30, 2021, AutoNation owned and operated
over 300 locations from coast to coast. AutoNation has sold over 13
million vehicles, the first automotive retailer to reach this
milestone. AutoNation's success is driven by a commitment to
delivering a peerless experience through Customer-focused sales and
service processes. Since 2013, AutoNation has raised over
$28 million to drive out cancer,
create awareness, and support critical research through its DRIVE
PINK initiative, which was officially branded in 2015.
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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