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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.

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.

Driving Notes•by Chris Brown•May 6, 2016

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE300d

For fleets offering a luxury option to drivers or management, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE300d 4MATIC makes a pretty good case to make the selector. It’s the diesel powerplant that ups the ante.

Articles•by Chris Brown•March 15, 2016

Safe Rental Car Act: What Now?

As the recall bill becomes law, car rental operators are tasked with interpreting it, solving compliance issues, and managing recall identification and repair processes.

Articles•by Chris Brown•January 29, 2016

Safe Rental Car Act Passes as Part of Highway Bill

The recall bill will become law on June 1, 2016. The law exempts companies with rental or loaner fleets of fewer than 35 vehicles.

Articles•by Chris Brown•December 21, 2015

Irish Independent Charts Transition to Franchisee

How do you manage in an uncertain economy to position yourself for success as a new franchisee of a worldwide brand?

Articles•by Chris Brown•November 24, 2015

Nissan's Business Certified Program Serves Small Fleets

What can your Nissan "c-vam" do for you?

Articles•by Chris Brown•November 6, 2015

Mobile Solutions Streamline the Rental Process

New tools not only automate the checkout and check-in processes but they also streamline aspects of fleet management, such as vehicle movement and inventory, damage documentation and selling at auction.

Articles•by Chris Brown•September 8, 2015

All in the Family

This longtime neighborhood independent is transitioning to a Sixt franchise — while opening a location serving one of the busiest airports in the country.

Articles•by Chris Brown•September 8, 2015

Audi Launches Premium Rental Service

Audi on demand uses technology to connect potential customers directly to the brand in new ways.

Articles•by Chris Brown•September 8, 2015

AutoAp Launches Recall Notification Service

Dynamic Recall Management service enables fleet managers to access the daily recall status of their vehicles.

Articles•by Chris Brown•July 23, 2015

How Rental Companies Use Leasing

From taking advantage of a lessor's buying power to conserving capital, leasing is a good way to put wheels on the road — after doing your homework on the right type and terms for you.