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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.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownSeptember 9, 2026

How to Win a Fleet Award

Fleet award truism #2: Judges can only evaluate what is put in front of them.

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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 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 Featuresby Chris BrownSeptember 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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Digital Cover Featuresby Chris BrownSeptember 1, 2026

Vibe Coding: When Fleet Managers Become Software Builders

Five fleet professionals — none with programming skills — discuss how they’re using AI to build fleet solutions in-house and in a fraction of the time.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownAugust 26, 2026

The Only Certainty with the New Tariff Threat Is Uncertainty

Trump’s Canadian tariff threat will not move production overnight, but the uncertainty could influence ordering and pricing now. Longer term, forces beyond tariffs may determine which North American plants survive.

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Videosby Chris BrownAugust 17, 2026

How Can Fleet Managers Tell Which Repairs Require Closer Review?

Fleetio’s Brianna Perry demonstrates how Service Advisor evaluates maintenance requests, identifies pricing anomalies, and provides the context fleet managers need to focus their attention on potential problems.

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Driving Notesby Chris BrownAugust 13, 2026

Fleet Review: 2026 Outback Is More SUV, Still an Outback

The redesigned Outback trades its station-wagon profile for a roomier, more conventional SUV shape while retaining the comfort and safety technology that give it fleet appeal.

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Newsby Chris BrownAugust 9, 2026

Commercial Fleet Sales Rise 6.5% Through August 2026

Commercial fleet sales remained ahead of 2025 through August, although year-over-year growth slowed during the month following a stronger July.

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Articlesby Chris BrownAugust 7, 2026

How Conversational AI Can Make Fleet Tasks Easier for Drivers

While most generative AI tools help fleet managers interpret data at their desks, Connex2X is applying voice interaction to tasks behind the wheel.

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Articlesby Chris BrownAugust 6, 2026

How Element Uses AI to Streamline Fleet Maintenance Decisions

AI-powered decision support helps Element maintenance advisors reduce research time, improve repair consistency, and potentially speed vehicle uptime for fleet clients.

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