Chris Brown

Associate Publisher

As associate publisher of Automotive Fleet, Auto Rental News, and Fleet Forward, Chris Brown covers all aspects of fleets, transportation, and mobility. Chris produces and emcees the annual International Car Rental Show, the largest event serving the auto rental industry worldwide. Chris also created and produces the Fleet Forward Conference.

Chris has won publishing awards for editorial excellence, including a Jesse H. Neal Award, three Folio: Eddie Awards, and three Maggie Awards. As an internationally recognized expert on fleets, auto rental, and mobility, Chris has spoken at industry events in the U.S., Brazil, Ireland, and China. Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and National Public Radio.

commercial fleet sales jan thru sept year over year

News•by Chris Brown•October 7, 2026

Commercial Fleet Sales Rise 5.8% Through September 2026

September commercial fleet sales were essentially unchanged from a year earlier, slowing year-to-date growth while keeping volume ahead of 2025.

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Articles•by Chris Brown•October 5, 2026

Inside Inspiration Fleet’s New Platform for Connecting Fleet Data

Inspiration Fleet CTO Chris Getner explains how the new Garage 2.0 platform is designed to connect disparate fleet data and what that could mean for fleet managers in practice.

Digital Cover Features•by Chris Brown•October 2, 2026

Fleet Personal-Use Charges Edge Higher in 2026

Nearly eight in 10 surveyed fleets allow personal use of company vehicles, while just over half of respondents report charging employees for the privilege.

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Charting the 8 Bottom-Line Benefits of Workforce Optimization

Is the Future of U.S. Fleets Already Unfolding Overseas?

Fleet Forward Conference keynote speaker John Rossant examines how AI, autonomy, and electrification are converging, and why developments in China, Europe, and the Middle East could preview what’s coming for U.S. fleets.

Articles•by Chris Brown•September 20, 2026

Why Did Calstart Rebrand as Catalyst Mobility?

The newly renamed nonprofit will combine with Forth in 2027 as the clean transportation nonprofit expands its programs and presence beyond California.

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Videos•by Chris Brown•September 17, 2026

A Behind-the-Scenes Tour of a Fleet Upfit Facility

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Driverge takes fleet vehicles from pilot builds to production and shipping.

crash severity stats over calibration tool

Articles•by Chris Brown•September 17, 2026

The Economics of ADAS: Fewer Crashes, Higher Repair Costs

IIHS data shows that crash-avoidance technology can increase individual repair costs while reducing overall losses. For fleets, downtime and calibration add another layer of cost.

FleetTakes•by Chris Brown•September 9, 2026

How to Win a Fleet Manager Award: Make Your Nomination Count

Strong fleet accomplishments can go unrecognized when the nomination doesn’t make the case. Here’s what judges need to see.

Articles•by Chris Brown•September 1, 2026

How to Write Better AI Prompts for Fleet Analysis

Include these six elements in your fleet prompts to generate more relevant analysis and accurate answers.

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Digital Cover Features•by Chris Brown•September 1, 2026

How Camera Data Can Strengthen a Fleet’s Insurance Renewal

Insights from a commercial insurance carrier and a broker show how fleets can turn video telematic data, driver coaching, and improved claims results into a stronger case at insurance renewal.

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