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•April 19, 2022

A Walkaround of Lordstown Motors Production Endurance Pickup

Get a sneak peek at Lordstown Motors’ full-size all-electric Endurance pickup and key stats about the vehicle in this walkaround video from Work Truck Week.

Videos•by Chris Brown•April 8, 2022

Lordstown Motors’ Edward Hightower Outlines Company’s Plans

The company's president details the manufacturing agreement with Foxconn and why fleets should consider the Endurance pickup.

Photo Galleries•by Chris Brown•April 6, 2022

Fleet Forward: The Tour Atlanta in Photos

The first Fleet Forward: The Tour stopped in Atlanta on March 31, where electrification experts interacted with fleet managers on how to electrify their fleets. Attendees got to experience the newest electric passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Check out these photo highlights.

FleetTakes•by Chris Brown•April 5, 2022

Addressing the EV Learning Gap

While the great majority of fleets are just beginning to electrify, we also must realize that we’re at stage one of an ongoing mission to disseminate the training, grant opportunities, and behind-the-wheel education to foster the process. Human interaction from those with EV experience is crucial.

Videos•by Chris Brown•March 29, 2022

Fleet Electrification: How Technician and Staff Roles Will Evolve

What do today’s fleet technicians need to know amid the industry shift to EVs? Find out in this Fast Forward video about managing and training the human element of your fleet’s operations from one fleet services director.

Videos•by Chris Brown•March 21, 2022

GM’s Ed Peper on Silverado EV’s Relevance for Fleets

Get a peek at GM’s new Chevy Silverado EV in this State of the Fleet Industry Spotlight video, fresh from the show floor at Work Truck Week 2022.

FleetTakes•by Chris Brown•March 15, 2022

9 Trends from 2022 Work Truck Week

This year’s show floor was electric — literally — with about 20 manufacturers exhibiting electric vehicles or electric chassis. Connected technologies, product enhancements for the final mile, lightweighting and aerodynamics improvements, and new fleet electrification services also grabbed the spotlight.

Videos•by Chris Brown•March 11, 2022

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