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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.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•June 16, 2011

How the GAO Auto Recall Report Could Affect Auto Rental

The report released on June 15 by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) shows just how complicated the recall process is and how difficult it is for vehicle owners to comply. This could help the fight for sensible recall legislation.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•June 8, 2011

How is GM Managing Residual Values?

Leo Burns, General Motors’ residual value management guru, shares what was broken and how it’s being fixed.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•May 20, 2011

GM Unveils New Models and New Technology

Straight from General Motors' annual fleet preview, here are notes and info on a fleet-only crossover, a Volt test drive, new LPG offerings and technology to squeeze every drop of fuel economy from an internal combustion engine.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•May 11, 2011

The Q1 Car Rental Crystal Ball

How are high fuel prices and the Japan crisis affecting supply and demand for car rental?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•May 5, 2011

Hybrids: Eco or Ego?

A thorough emissions analysis will answer the question.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•April 21, 2011

What Keeps Leasing Company Execs Up at Night?

At NAFA’s fleet conference last week, heads of the major leasing companies talked about rising oil prices, distracted driving, changing to leasing rules and managing the rush of technology.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•April 20, 2011

Should Car Sharing Get a Pass on Excise Taxes?

Car sharing and car rental are both part of the solution to the public’s transportation needs. The two communities are better off fighting excise taxes—as well as vicarious liability protection and recalls—together.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•April 13, 2011

Going Green in a Tough Economy

Hybrids and electric vehicles are still grabbing the most headlines. But at the NAFA Institute & Expo in Charlotte this week, the fleet industry explored more mundane ways to go green, save fuel and still keep costs in check.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 24, 2011

Chrysler Unveils New Products at Fleet Preview

Chrysler gathered its biggest fleet buyers in Austin, Texas this week to show off new vehicles and talk fleet plans. This year we could drive the products and kick the tires. (With photos.)

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 15, 2011

CRS: What the Manufacturers Said

Representatives from four of the major auto manufacturers gathered at the Car Rental Show to talk rental. While rental continues to represent an integral part of the business, OEMs are managing rental fleet sales to protect residuals.