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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 BrownSeptember 2, 2010

Majors Report Q2 Earnings

Dollar Thrifty again leads profit performance. Commercial business rebounds; leisure lags.

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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 1, 2010

Leasing and the Price of Risk

Open-end leasing comes with residual value risk but no restrictions and greater control. Can it work for your small fleet?

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 16, 2010

Small Fleet Right-Sizes Lease Program

RBC Bearings saved lease and maintenance expenses by moving to a shorter cycle with a flexible closed-end lease.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 16, 2010

Gas, Hybrid and Diesel: A Lifecycle Cost Analysis

Higher fuel prices and moderating acquisition costs have improved hybrids’ return on investment in recent years. Diesels step into the “green” spotlight with new models and strong lifecycle costs.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 16, 2010

Small Fleets Have Room for Big Improvements

Fleet management is often an afterthought for small fleets, but they can achieve savings quicker and easier than their large fleet cousins.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 16, 2010

Gas, Hybrid and Diesel: A Lifecycle Cost Analysis

Higher fuel prices and moderating acquisition costs have improved hybrids’ return on investment in recent years. Diesels step into the “green” spotlight with new models and strong lifecycle costs.

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Articlesby Chris BrownMay 1, 2010

Get More for Your Truck

Your next out-of-service utility truck may be worth more than you think. Check out the latest online valuation tools and alternative sales channels that could up your return on investment.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Chris BrownMay 1, 2010

Extended Hold Times vs. a Short Cycle

Rental car operators are increasing their fleet vehicles’ months in service. But do you really have to drive up hold times to survive?

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Articlesby Chris BrownMay 1, 2010

Forecasting Fleet’s Future at NAFA

Fleet professionals are expecting higher gas prices, tight inventory, longer warranty periods, fuel tax incentives and texting-while-driving bans.

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Articlesby Chris BrownMay 1, 2010

Forecasting Fleet’s Future at NAFA

Fleet professionals are expecting higher gas prices, tight inventory, longer warranty periods, fuel tax incentives and texting-while-driving bans.

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