Item 8.01 Other Events.
On May 14, 2009, AutoNation, Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release regarding Chrysler's dealer consolidation plan filed as part of its bankruptcy and announcing that the Company will be closing seven Chrysler dealerships as part of the Chrysler consolidation plan. On May 15, 2009, the Company issued a press release regarding General Motors' dealer consolidation plan and announcing that six of the Company's dealerships were identified for potential closing by General Motors. Copies of the press releases issued by the Company are furnished as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 to this report. Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits. The following exhibits are furnished as part of this Report:

Exhibit Number Description 99.1 Press Release dated May 14, 2009 issued by AutoNation, Inc. 99.2 Press Release dated May 15, 2009 issued by AutoNation, Inc.

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