AutoNation names former Fiat Chrysler chief Manley as CEO

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Manley, who currently serves as Head of Americas for Stellantis, will take charge effective Nov. 1.

The move comes at a time when U.S. auto retailers are reporting bumper profits helped by sales of new and used cars at record prices.

Manley had served as the chief executive officer of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles from July 2018 to January 2021, before the company merged with PSA to form Stellantis.

Separately, Stellantis said its chief operating officers of North America and Latin America will now report directly to the CEO. (https://