New survey finds young drivers ignore vehicle warning indicators, delay vehicle care

AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE:AN) is helping local families start the school year off on the right track by hosting free AutoNation Car Care Clinics at select AutoNation stores throughout August and September in North Texas. Backed by a new survey showing that 92% of parents believe routine maintenance is key to safety, the clinics are designed to give young drivers the knowledge and confidence to care for their vehicles. The survey was conducted online by Atomik Research on behalf of AutoNation among more than 1,000 U.S. parents of driving-age children.

The survey found that 42% of parents of 15- to 22-year-olds said dashboard warning indicators were ignored for a week or more, including 10% who said vehicle warnings were ignored for three or more months.

AutoNation wants to keep young drivers safe and vehicles road-ready. The company’s Car Care Clinics underscore the importance of regular maintenance, with simple, hands-on tips to promote safety and prevent costly repairs.

Other survey findings included:

• 14% of parents report it’s been more than six months since their young driver’s vehicle had a full safety inspection, while 22% report being unaware of the last time the vehicle underwent a comprehensive safety inspection.
• Nearly half of parents surveyed expressed concerns regarding the condition of the vehicle’s critical components, such as brakes and tires.

With tips on everything from checking tire pressure to understanding dashboard warning lights, AutoNation’s expert technicians will share essential car care tips such as jumpstarting a battery, proper tire inflation, changing a flat tire, checking vehicle fluids, and safety items to store in a car in case of an emergency.

AutoNation Associates are driven by a shared commitment to providing an exceptional Customer experience at every point in a vehicle owner’s journey. These car care and driver safety clinics are intended to be the beginning of a safe journey for young drivers here in North Texas.

In addition to car care tips, clinics will incorporate driver safety education led by local community partners on topics from distracted and impaired driving to proper driving positioning, seatbelt usage and what to do when pulled over for a traffic violation or when faced with a field sobriety test. Young adult drivers and parents who participate will have opportunities to ask questions and will receive a mini car care kit with essential items to support their safety and car care journey.

Parents and guardians must attend with their teen(s) or young adult(s). Registration is required to attend. For more information and to register for an AutoNation Car Care Clinic, visit https://tinyurl.com/y767hpue.

AutoNation offers complimentary multi-point inspections along with a vehicle status report, tire pressure adjustment, and fluid top-off from factory-trained and certified technicians. For locations and to schedule an appointment, visit autonation.com.

Survey Method
AutoNation commissioned Atomik Research to conduct an online survey of 1,004 U.S. adults. The sample consists of parents of a child between the ages of 15 and 22. The margin of error is +/- 3 percentage points with a confidence level of 95 percent. Fieldwork took place between June 6 and June 9, 2025. Atomik Research, part of 4media group, is a creative market research agency.

About AutoNation, Inc.
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 $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.x.com/autonation, where AutoNation discloses additional information about the Company, its business, and its results of operations.

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