FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -

AutoNation announced on Wednesday that it's begining the year by hosting a coast to coast all-day hiring event on Tuesday in 15 cities.

There are thousands of sales and service positions available at all stores and service centers, according to AutoNation.

Store management will be present at each city’s hiring event and offers will be extended to candidates on the spot.

All new hires are scheduled to start on Jan. 23. Additionally, new sales associates will be enrolled in the company's "Sales Ignition" course.

Sales Ignition, a paid training experience recently launched by AutoNation, provides new sales associates a platform to develop their selling skills.

Potential candidates are asked to register at www.AutoNationHIREMENOW.com.