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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.

Articles•by Chris Brown•May 16, 2013

Attendee Insights from the Car Rental Show

Our roving reporter caught up with Car Rental Attendees for answers to our burning questions.

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Articles•by Chris Brown•January 31, 2013

Do You Qualify for Fleet Status?

If your company’s fleet has grown, you may qualify for fleet status. If you do, the savings on work vehicles can be substantial.

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Articles•by Chris Brown•January 31, 2013

Spec'ing the Extra Mile with Do-It-Yourself Modifications

This sales fleet used some do-it-yourself modifications on the Isuzu Reach to create the optimal operating environment for its drivers.

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Articles•by Chris Brown•January 29, 2013

The Hybrid Payback for Fleets: A New Class of Vehicles

There are more hybrid models than ever before, but is the gap shrinking on return on investment for fleets?

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Articles•by Chris Brown•January 8, 2013

Say Hello to Sixt

The 100-year-old car rental company has arrived in America with plans to expand its corporate stores and grow a franchise network. Do you have what it takes to be a Sixt franchisee?

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Articles•by Chris Brown•November 30, 2012

Small Fleet Paths to Propane Autogas

Four fleets share their stories on the process of acquiring and converting vehicles to propane autogas and building the fueling infrastructure.

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Articles•by Chris Brown•November 6, 2012

What Are Challenges to Green Rental Cars?

While carving a niche through eco-friendly car rentals, these companies face numerous challenges, such as higher initial costs and keeping rates competitive to worrying about fluctuating fuel prices and competition from the majors.

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Articles•by Chris Brown•September 24, 2012

Toolbox - When Do EVs Make Sense for Fleets?

A new program using actual drive-cycle data will help fleets answer this question from an economic standpoint.

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Articles•by Chris Brown•September 4, 2012

Volkswagen Holds 2013-MY Fleet Preview

At its second annual new model preview, the automaker said fleet will play an important role in its growth in North America and provided attendees a chance to see and drive its latest products.

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Articles•Cover Story•by Chris Brown•July 3, 2012

How Is Car Rental Faring with Low Vehicle Supply, High Prices?

As the market adapts to an era of restricted supply, car rental companies hone the process of buying and selling cars to keep fleet costs in line.

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