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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.

Graph showing zero emissions regulations by state.
Articlesby Chris BrownOctober 10, 2024

6 Factors Affecting EV Fleet Adoption by State

This new research, compiled by Inspiration Mobility in conjunction with Automotive Fleet, shows the potential for EV growth by state. The research accounts for regulations, incentives, temperature impacts on range, fuel cost savings, and charging infrastructure availability.

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Front dash of Mercedes-Benz EQB 250.
Driving Notesby Chris BrownOctober 2, 2024

Fleet Review: Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+

With a reasonable entry point and the refinement of a Mercedes, The EQB 250+ defines “practical luxury” for fleets.

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Wide shot of main ballroom with attendees sitting.
Photo Galleriesby Chris BrownSeptember 20, 2024

AFLA Conference 2024: Driving Spirit [Photos]

AFLA's 55th annual conference in San Antonio was filled with education and networking in the sun.

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Wide shot of hotel conference room during a presentation.
Photo Galleriesby Chris BrownSeptember 16, 2024

Photos & Quotes: Fleet Forward the Tour NY/NJ

The Tour made its second stop in New Jersey on Sept. 10, where fleet managers gathered to discuss current challenges, network, and drive the latest fleet models and EVs.

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A parked late-model Volvo XC90 midsize three row SUV.
Driving Notesby Chris BrownSeptember 12, 2024

Fleet Review: Volvo XC60 & XC90 PHEVs

Volvo’s XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid models are stylish, safe, sustainable — and surprisingly fast.

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A photo of the Chevrolet Trax, a compact crossover SUV.
Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 10, 2024

Top 10 TCO: Compact Crossovers

We rank 36 compact crossovers based on their initial price, depreciation, and total cost of ownership for battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric, and internal combustion engine models.

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white commercial vans with an arrow indicating upward trend.
Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 5, 2024

Charting 5 Market Factors for Fleets into 2025

Here’s a mid-year reassessment of operating costs, supply, lease maturities, and how EVs are affecting the market.

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AI generated image of woman at desk with AI robot helping her.
FleetTakesby Chris BrownSeptember 3, 2024

Hope for Our AI Future (and Concern)

If you manage 100 units today, you’ll likely be asked to manage 500 or even 1,000 units in the future. Are you ready to form your AI fleet strategy?

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AI robots typing at laptops
ArticlesCover Storyby Chris BrownAugust 29, 2024

Unlocking the Real Power of AI for Fleets

Generative AI will automate specific fleet management tasks, allowing fleet professionals to concentrate on high-level decision-making. But policy decisions around data privacy, cybersecurity, and workforce transition must accompany this evolution.

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Ram ProMaster EV is shown with title card of speaker.
Videosby Chris BrownAugust 26, 2024

New Model First Look: Ram ProMaster EV

Check out the new Ram ProMaster EV, available now as a delivery model and as a cargo model in early 2025.

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