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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.

Articles•by Chris Brown•February 14, 2024

Getting Creative with a Lack of Van Availability

Chip Cooper of Cooper Motors shares his take on where vehicle supply and availability are headed this year and offers a creative way to spec to get the job done.

Articles•by Chris Brown•February 9, 2024

Fleet Managers Define Challenges & Goals for 2024

For these seven fleet managers, a common challenge is cost containment in the face of lingering supply issues. That challenge grows in the face of looming regulations and corporate sustainability goals.

Articles•by Chris Brown•October 31, 2023

Hiring Fleet Drivers — When Drivers Hold the Cards [Part 1]

In this new labor market, driver candidates have different motivators and heightened demands. In part one of this two-part series, find out how to start the process and understand new candidates.

Articles•by Chris Brown•September 29, 2023

Fleet Telematics 2023: A Saturated Market?

Clem Driscoll’s latest survey on fleets’ buying intentions and use of GPS fleet management systems reveals new trends in overall penetration, growth sectors, system benefits and dislikes, and why users switch systems.

Articles•by Chris Brown•September 26, 2022

9 Tips to Increase Fleet Vehicle Uptime

In this supply constrained environment, it’s time for fleets to rethink parts ordering and stocking, get drivers more involved in the maintenance mission, and let go of vendor relationships that are no longer useful.

Articles•by Chris Brown•February 28, 2022

20 Ways to Conserve Fuel

The tried-and-true tips still apply — but implementing new ways to modify driver behaviors and creating larger organizational conversations around energy savings can reap benefits too.

Articles•by Chris Brown•November 1, 2021

Solve Your Driver Shortage Problem by Retaining Them

Handwringing over the national labor shortage won’t help — but improving your driver retention by 20% is within your grasp. Here are seven strategies to help.

Articles•by Chris Brown•October 5, 2021

4 Growing Safety Issues — and Solutions — for Fleets

Fleet managers and safety stakeholders discuss how organizations can address smartphone addiction, in-vehicle distraction, spec’ing for ergonomics, and driver complacency in an era of increasing automation.

Articles•by Chris Brown•October 5, 2021

Is Video Telematics for You?

Video telematics systems can assess risk, improve driving behaviors, and mitigate crashes. Follow these steps to decide whether it is the right solution for you and understand the key factors for success.

Articles•by Chris Brown•August 18, 2021

How Much Does a GPS Tracking System Cost?

To get to a bottom-line cost for a GPS tracking system, you'll need to decide on hardware, installation, features, and contract type. Just remember that lower cost doesn't translate to maximum ROI.