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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.

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.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 14, 2011

ACRA Panel: A Rational, Safe Way to Handle Recalls

During its panel at the Car Rental Show, the American Car Rental Association board worked through recall legislation, threats to vicarious liability reform and what’s next with no-show fees (let’s start calling them guaranteed reservations).

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 11, 2011

CRS 2011: What Larry De Shon Said

De Shon took a holistic look at how technology is reshaping car rental. But it's Avis Budget’s Virtual Car program that has the potential to be an industry game changer.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 10, 2011

Car Rental Show: What Happened in Vegas?

There was a renewed energy at this year’s show that I hadn’t felt in years. ACRA grows new teeth as stakeholders take pulse of the industry, gain consensus and set direction.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 7, 2011

7 Keys to a Better Fleet Dealer Relationship

With dealer inventory as tight as it is, it pays to listen to what fleet dealers have to say about what you can do to make their lives a little easier.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 2, 2011

Car Rental Majors: the 2011 Crystal Ball

On their fourth quarter and full-year conference calls last week, the three public car rental companies—Hertz, Avis Budget and Dollar Thrifty—talk merger, prepaid rentals and plans for growth.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•February 16, 2011

Insurance Headwinds: What’s in Store for Car Rental?

The recession has had a positive effect on insurance rates for car rental companies. But will it last?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•February 10, 2011

Nissan NV - Video Preview

Here's first-hand video of the features of the Nissan NV from the preview event last week. Step into this new high roof van with us and see if its functionality is right for your business needs. Also, check out the vinyl graphics application.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•February 3, 2011

Nissan Launches Nissan NV

How will Nissan’s first entry into its North American Light Commercial Vehicle and Fleet Division gain share in a well-established van market?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•January 24, 2011

Auto Rental Operators Choose Favorite Rental Car of All Time

Survey reveals what really matters to a car rental operator. Toyota Camry tops the list.