Reports All-Time Record Quarterly EPS from Continuing Operations
• EPS from continuing operations an all-time record $0.90, up 20% compared to the year-ago period
• Total revenue of $4.9 billion, up 10% compared to the year-ago period, increasing across all major business sectors; operating income of $207 million, an increase of 11% compared to the year-ago period
• Total retail new and used vehicle unit sales are up 8% compared to the year-ago period
• AutoNation completed acquisition of Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, and Volvo stores in Seattle-Bellevue, Washington and today announced the award of a new Porsche franchise in Orange County, California
• In 2014, AutoNation has repurchased 8% of its outstanding shares; AutoNation today announced that the Board of Directors increased share repurchase authorization by $250 million