Common stock, par value $0.01 per share
- Symbol
- AN
- Exchange
- NYSE
- Classification
- COMMON
- Status
- Current
Current Report · Items 5.02, 7.01, 9.01 · 8-K
AutoNation, Inc.
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Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements · Regulation FD Disclosure
Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On October 13, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of AutoNation, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board to ten directors and appointed Mark Stewart as a member of the Board, effective immediately. The Board determined that Mr.…
Press release in this filing
AutoNation Appoints Mark Stewart to Board of Directors →Company context
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 $50 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.
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AUTONATION, INC. · 8-K · Filed 2026-10-16
Disclosure sections
Item 5.02Item 5.02 - Departure/Election of Directors
Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.
On October 13, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of AutoNation, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board to ten directors and appointed Mark Stewart as a member of the Board, effective immediately. The Board determined that Mr. Stewart qualifies as independent under the director independence standards set forth in the Company’s Corporate Governance Guidelines and the applicable listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange.
Mr. Stewart will participate in the Company’s non-employee director compensation program, pursuant to which he will receive an annual Board retainer of $50,000 for service on the Board. For 2026, the Board retainer will be prorated based on time served during the year. Mr. Stewart will also be entitled to receive expense reimbursement in connection with meeting attendance. As a non-employee director, he will be eligible to receive equity awards in the future under the AutoNation, Inc. 2024 Non-Employee Director Equity Plan.
Item 7.01Item 7.01 - Regulation FD Disclosure
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.
On October 16, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing Mr. Stewart’s appointment as a member of the Board. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.
The information furnished pursuant to this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities under that Section and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.
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Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Lisa Rhodes Ryans (954) 769-4120 publicrelations@autonation.com Investor Contact: Derek Fiebig (954) 769-2227 fiebigd@autonation.com AutoNation Appoints Mark Stewart to Board of Directors FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., October 16, 2026 - AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN), one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, today announced the appointment of Mark Stewart to its Board of Directors as an independent director. “Mark is a proven global leader with deep experience across the automotive, manufacturing, technology, and consumer sectors,” said Rick Burdick, Chairman of the AutoNation Board of Directors. “His strategic perspective, operational discipline, and track record of leading complex organizations through transformation will strengthen the Board as we continue to advance AutoNation’s strategy and deliver long-term value for our shareholders.” Mr. Stewart has served as Chief Executive Officer and President of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and as a member of its Board of Directors since January 2024. Before joining Goodyear, Mr. Stewart served as Chief Operating Officer of North America for Stellantis and as a member of its Group …
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