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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 along with regional Tour stops, the Fleet Safety Conference, and DeliveryCon, for the last-mile delivery fleet market. 

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. He has appeared on Good Morning America and has been sourced and quoted in national media such as Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and National Public Radio.

Ownership costs line chart.
Newsby Chris BrownApril 16, 2025

Luxury Car TCO Dips While SUV Segments Edge Up

Depreciation drives segment divergence in Q1 fleet costs.

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Graphic of gavel and NAFA logo
Newsby Chris BrownApril 8, 2025

NAFA Pushes for Practical EV Policy, Data Access, and Tariff Relief in 2025

New bills, federal trade actions, and evolving EV incentives drive NAFA’s focus on compliance flexibility, data rights, and cost stability for public and commercial fleets.

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Truck charging depot
Articlesby Chris BrownApril 7, 2025

Electric Truck Adoption: New Report Analyzes Market by Fleet Type and Trip Length

A new report breaks down electric truck market potential by vehicle type, trip length, and industry use to help fleets and OEMs identify where electrification makes the most sense.

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Explorer in Arctic packs sled.
Newsby Chris BrownApril 3, 2025

Data First: How Fleets Are Rethinking Sustainability

Geotab’s global sustainability report outlines a path to decarbonization led by ROI, efficiency, and incremental change.

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Images of various vehicles and types.
Articlesby Chris BrownApril 2, 2025

Registration Data Shows Remarkable Hybrid Powertrain Growth

Commercial vehicle registrations for both hybrid and battery-electric vehicles skyrocketed from 2019 to 2024 while ICE registrations declined, according to data from S&P Global Mobility.

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Design of passenger car models and graph
Articlesby Chris BrownApril 1, 2025

Carbon Emissions Vs. Ownership Costs: Passenger Cars

When comparing a vehicle’s carbon emissions and its total cost of ownership, which vehicles and powertrain types offer the maximum benefit for the money? [Part 5 of 5]

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New cars in a parking lot.
FleetTakesby Chris BrownMarch 28, 2025

How Tariffs Could Affect Fleet Vehicle Pricing

Pricing is unlikely to jump in relation to affected models. Instead, the pain will likely be spread across OEM portfolios — and the entire industry.

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three vehicle models in a graphic display
Articlesby Chris BrownMarch 27, 2025

Carbon Emissions Vs. Ownership Costs: Mid-size Luxury Sedans

When comparing a vehicle’s carbon emissions and its total cost of ownership, which vehicles and powertrain types offer the maximum benefit for the money? [Part 4 of 5]

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Side view of 2025 Volvo EX90
Driving Notesby Chris BrownMarch 25, 2025

Fleet Review: Volvo EX90 & the Software-Defined Vehicle

Volvo’s new three-row electric SUV is designed for the corporate (and family) class.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownMarch 21, 2025

Automotive Remarketing Industry: 8 Trends to Watch for 2025

The used car market remains strong. But with off-lease EVs hitting the market, used car prices adjusting, and policy shifts on the horizon, industry players need a new strategy.

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