Cindy Brauer

Former Managing Editor

Cindy Brauer is a former managing editor for Bobit Business Media’s AutoGroup. A native of Chicago but resident of southern California since her teens, Brauer studied journalism and earned a communications degree at California State University Fullerton. Over her career, she has written and edited content for a variety of publishing venues in a disparate range of fields, from plumbing appliances and restaurants to the automotive industry and biomedical research.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•March 4, 2021

WIFM Marks 10-year Milestone

The group, created and developed by and for women in the fleet industry, has given women “the voice that was missing” and spotlighted their accomplishments.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•October 19, 2012

How Public Sector Fleets Can Take Advantage of EV Tax Credits

A provision in the federal plug-in electric vehicle tax credit allows government agencies to work with dealers for up to $7,500 off vehicle sales prices.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•August 7, 2012

Fleet Safety a Winning Value for Modern Transportation's Employees & Company

Modern Transportation, winner of the first annual Fleet Safety Award, has instilled a “culture of safety” within its organization through driver participation, incentives, and education.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•November 16, 2011

8 Steps to Create Fuel-Saving Eco-Drivers

Most studies agree that at least one-third of a fleet's overall fuel efficiency is directly impacted by a driver's actions behind the wheel. An effective driver behavior modification program can help tap the fuel savings of improved driver habits.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•July 11, 2011

Using Technology to Impact Driver Behavior

The valuable data captured through telematics systems is helping fleet managers promote and teach eco-driving best practices among company drivers.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•July 11, 2011

How to Build a Successful Green Fleet

Three fleet industry professionals share best practices and offer advice on how to avoid mistakes in developing and implementing green fleet initiatives.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•December 21, 2010

Adrian Steel Fortifies FMC Partnerships with Value to End User

The cargo management solutions provider partners with FMCs to bring enhanced value in product, process, and service to their mutual customers —the fleet manager and fleet driver.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•November 8, 2010

Kraft Foods Pursues Sustanability with Steps 'Big & Small'

The food company eliminated more than 50 million truck miles globally and took the equivalent of more than 50,000 truck shipments off the road between 2005 and 2009, significantly reducing fuel consumption and vehicle emissions.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•September 27, 2010

Mitigating Sources of‘ 'Hidden’ Liabilities

Fleet managers are uniquely skilled and positioned to raise liability issues, create and enforce policy, and take proactive steps to reduce corporate risk and improve company safety records.

Articles•by Cindy Brauer•July 19, 2010

GE Client Advisory Board Tackles Industry

With a review of U.S. economic and commercial fleet market trends, GE Capital Fleet Services client board members applied problem-solving principles to explore solutions for challenges they face.

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