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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.

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Articlesby Chris BrownDecember 18, 2025

What is Enterprise AI and How Can it Modernize Fleet Systems?

Merchants Fleet and Cognizant are using enterprise AI to update core systems such as billing, maintenance administration, software development, and remarketing to cut cycle times, improve accuracy, and drive uptime.

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Articlesby Chris BrownDecember 16, 2025

As Ford Halts F-150 Lightning, What Now for Electric Pickups?

As Ford ends Lightning production, the company joins a market fragmenting into extended-range hybrids, budget models, and traditional EVs. Which strategy will fleets actually buy?

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownDecember 9, 2025

Solving the Flexible-Lean Fleet Paradox

The lean fleets of yesterday are the fragile fleets of today. Where do we find the balance?

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Newsby Chris BrownDecember 9, 2025

Element to Acquire Car IQ: What Does it Mean for Fleets?

AF connected with Element’s David Attard to learn how Car IQ will integrate into Element’s ecosystem and take vehicle-initiated payments beyond fueling and into maintenance, violations, and other service categories.

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Videosby Chris BrownDecember 8, 2025

Will 2026 Be Another Tough Year for Fleet Budgets?

At Holman Drive, Ed Powell outlines why fleets should brace for another turbulent year, with rising repair costs, strengthening used values, and a shifting tech landscape that will affect budgets and planning through 2026 and beyond.

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Driving Notesby Chris BrownDecember 4, 2025

Why Should Fleets Choose the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV?

The GLC 300 offers corporate fleets attainable luxury, comfort, and practicality that transitions seamlessly to family duty.

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Articlesby Chris BrownDecember 3, 2025

Nothing About Fleet Stands Still Anymore

Is the fleet industry finally accepting that volatility is the new normal?

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 26, 2025

What’s Real in Autonomy Right Now

A candid discussion at AutoMobility LA 2025 revealed how autonomous vehicles are progressing in trucking, ride-hailing, manufacturing, AI, and safety.

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Newsby Chris BrownNovember 25, 2025

The New CAR Mission: Maximizing Fleet Resale Value

The 2026 Conference of Automotive Remarketing will deliver data-driven strategies to help fleets protect resale value, manage risk, and strengthen lifecycle economics.

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 25, 2025

Scout Motors Outlines Its Plans Ahead of 2027 Launch

At AutoMobility LA 2025, the company discussed its product development approach, range-extender strategy, direct sales model, and U.S. manufacturing footprint as it continues toward production.

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