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.

Videos•by Chris Brown•December 1, 2022

Understanding the Transition from Aftermarket to Factory-Installed Modems

Join Chris Brown as he talks with Jason Hammond from AT&T about the transition to OEM-sourced modems, the benefits they provide, and what fleets need to be thinking about when managing them and the data.

Photo Galleries•by Chris Brown•November 22, 2022

2023 Toyota Prius Highlights New Design Aesthetic [Photos]

The Los Angeles Auto Show is transforming into a showcase for electrified vehicles. The latest hybrid and pure electrics are pushing the envelope on avant-garde styling and tech-forward cabins.

News•by Chris Brown•November 14, 2022

3M’s Mark Peabody Wins 2022 Fleet Safety Award

The award, presented at the 2022 Fleet Safety Conference in Santa Clara, Calif., is bestowed annually to a fleet or risk manager whose leadership and innovation have enhanced the safety of fleet drivers, their organizations, and the general public.

News•by Chris Brown•November 8, 2022

In Business Pivot, XL Fleet Renames as Spruce Power

XL Fleet’s recent acquisition of Spruce Power, a provider of rooftop solar and battery storage solutions, is part of the company’s new strategy as it departs the fleet market.

News•by Chris Brown•November 3, 2022

YTD Fleet Sales Trending Positive

The supply issues plaguing automotive are ameliorating month over month, but to varying degrees depending on fleet type.

Videos•by Chris Brown•October 31, 2022

Fleet Managers Take Canoo Vehicles on the Road

At the Fleet Forward Tour stop in Dallas, fleet managers had the opportunity to take a ride in the Canoo Lifestyle Vehicle and experience the Canoo Delivery Vehicle.

FleetTakes•by Chris Brown•October 31, 2022

Q3 Takes: Ford, GM Address Supply Chain, Production & Inventory

In their quarterly conference calls, Ford and General Motors spoke to the ongoing supply chain strain, vehicle affordability, and commercial vehicle and EV demand. Ford’s Jim Farley also called out “an overlooked benefit” for commercial customers. What’s that about?

Videos•by Chris Brown•October 18, 2022

Ways to Reduce Idling — And Understand When It's Acceptable

Join fleet group editor Chris Brown as he talks with Jason Hammond, director of mobile field solutions at AT&T, about strategies to lower fuel consumption and reduce idling.

Videos•by Chris Brown•October 14, 2022

How Will We Charge Fleet EVs When the Grid Goes Down?

Join Chris as he discusses the issue with two experts from Edison Energy, which consults with large corporate and industrial clients to help them manage energy and sustainability.

News•by Chris Brown•October 13, 2022

Patrick Mitchell Wins Fleet Visionary Award

Mitchell, senior fleet manager for Enel North America, won the award that recognizes bold voices in fleet management. Merchants Fleet’s Tom Coffey, Chuck Parker from Automotive Information Network, and Janice Sutton of Fleet Management Weekly, were inducted into Bobit's Fleet Hall of Fame.

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