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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.

Articlesby Chris BrownFebruary 28, 2023

True Costs and Hidden Considerations of Maintaining EVs

Electric vehicles can save on fleet maintenance over ICE vehicles. But the electronic complexities of EVs need to be considered when formulating an EV fleet maintenance program.

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Videosby Chris BrownFebruary 27, 2023

Fleets Explore New Acquisition Strategies to Meet Ongoing Supply Constraints

As fleets continue to grapple with vehicle availability, some are adjusting by testing out new acquisition strategies. Dig deeper in this Fast Forward video with Kathryn Schifferle.

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Videosby Chris BrownFebruary 17, 2023

EV Chargers: Forming Your Maintenance Plan for Maximum Uptime

Discuss the charging infrastructure that organizations need to consider as they begin to fleet their electric vehicles in this week's Fleet Momentum episode.

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Videosby Chris BrownFebruary 16, 2023

IRA EV Tax Credits for Fleets: Calculating $7,500 to $40,000 Eligibility

What tax credits are available to fleets as they consider commercial EVs? Get the scoop in this video interview with the Alliance for Automotive Innovation’s chief policy officer.

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Newsby Chris BrownFebruary 15, 2023

Tesla to Open Chargers in Massive White House Infrastructure Push

In addition to Tesla’s commitment, General Motors, EVgo, Pilot, Hertz, and bp are expected to add 100,000 new EV chargers in the next two years.

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Articlesby Chris BrownFebruary 13, 2023

When Cargo Vans Aren’t Available, Spec’ing Gets Creative

With the ongoing lack of commercial van availability, it’s time for fleets to get creative on new vehicle types and upfit options to do the same job.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownFebruary 9, 2023

Electric Vehicles — Where are the Profit Margins?

EV sales to fleets will be an essential part of the equation, though with a higher profitability profile than traditional ICE vehicle sales. Profitability on non-vehicle items such as software will be even more critical.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownFebruary 7, 2023

5 Takeaways from Ford, GM’s Earnings Calls

For 2023, expect higher incentives, volumes, and inventory levels, but by how much?

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Videosby Chris BrownFebruary 6, 2023

Smith System’s Douglas Talks Driving Dynamics Acquisition, Trends in Safety Training

After the recent Driving Dynamics acquisition, Smith System’s president and CEO describes how the combined company will be structured and shares the No. 1 way to disable distractions behind the wheel.

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Newsby Chris BrownFebruary 2, 2023

Fleet Data Depot: How Congestion Affects Fleets

Wejo found that, on average, journeys are 29% longer than the overall average in these 10 mid-size cities due to congestion.

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