AutoNation Inc, the biggest US auto retail group has decided to cease sales of cars that have been equipped with Takata-produced airbags, following NHTSA's notice that almost 8 million cars represent a safety hazard for the driver and passengers. The Japanese auto safety parts producer Takata has been involved in the second-largest recall scandal of the year - as airbags built by the company have been involved in a huge global recall that involves more than 16 million units from various brands.