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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•May 4, 2010

And Then There Were Three

How will the potential Hertz acquisition of Dollar Thrifty affect franchisees and independents?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•April 29, 2010

Key Takeaways from NAFA’s 2010 Fleet Management Institute & Expo

North America’s annual gathering of fleet professionals took place this week in Detroit. NAFA FMI is the best place to take the pulse of the fleet industry and look into the future.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•April 23, 2010

Key Takeaways from the 2010 Car Rental Show

From Wall Street to Main Street, the renewal of the industry was on display in the conference halls and expo floor. Expect action from ACRA on key issues.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 24, 2010

Isuzu Gets Gas Engines Back

More from the Work Truck Show: Isuzu reaches agreement with GM for its gas engines; GM introduces Sierra Denali HD and some thoughts on the term "best in class."

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 22, 2010

Sprinter Lands at Mercedes Dealerships

More from the Work Truck Show: Daimler gives Sprinter back to Mercedes; Freightliner Custom Chassis gets an all-electric version and a new look for the boxy step van.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 19, 2010

New Ram Brand to Get Fiat Vans?

In a series of reports based on the Work Truck Show, here’s a compendium of new truck offerings and future plans from the OEMs.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 17, 2010

The New Diesel Deal

New diesel regulations have caused market shifts in diesel truck offerings, higher price points and increased servicing. Fleets must learn to adapt. But will it produce a move away from diesel?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•March 10, 2010

2011 Ford Super Duty Test Drive

How do you get more than 30 mpg in a Ford Super Duty with four people and a 1,000 lb. payload?

Articles•by Chris Brown•March 1, 2010

Fleet vs. Consumer Leasing

Can fleets take advantage of advertised consumer lease deals without getting burned?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•February 11, 2010

What to Tax, if Not Car Rentals?

Here are some novel ideas on taxation that shift the burden away from car renters.