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Chris Brown

Chris Brown

Associate Publisher

FleetTakes is exactly that — a take on what fleets need to know when it comes to the latest in automotive, transportation technologies, and creative solutions to make fleets more efficient, productive, safe, and sustainable. FleetTakes is brought to you by Chris Brown, associate publisher of Automotive Fleet. Chris covers all aspects of fleets, transportation, and mobility, and is the founder and producer of the annual Fleet Forward Conference.

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FleetTakesby Staff WriterAugust 5, 2025

#ConventionHacks: How to Make the Most of a Fleet Conference

Mixed in with my experiences, these 12 tips from fleet managers and industry pros will help you maximize your work trip and return home with the most value.

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FleetTakesby Staff WriterJuly 8, 2025

A Plug-In Hybrid Works for My Dad, But Won’t for Your Fleet

Adam Seifert, CAFM, is the VP of Fleet Advisory & Analytics at Inspiration Mobility, where he helps fleets navigate electrification and improve operational performance.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownJuly 7, 2025

The Overlooked Fleet & Automotive Impacts of the Big Beautiful Bill

The new budget bill will affect fleets, energy policy, and infrastructure in unexpected ways.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownJune 18, 2025

The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Fleet Operations

Today’s business mandate is “Do more with less and do it faster.” Efficiency is everything, but you can’t outsource responsibility to a tool.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownMay 14, 2025

Does America Need Another EV Manufacturer?

A radically simple truck enters a complicated market — but maybe that’s exactly the point.

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FleetTakesby Chris BrownMarch 28, 2025

How Tariffs Could Affect Fleet Vehicle Pricing

Pricing is unlikely to jump in relation to affected models. Instead, the pain will likely be spread across OEM portfolios — and the entire industry.

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