Auto Focus

Chris Brown

Associate Publisher

Chris Brown's perspective on fleets, mobility, and the business of cars.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•January 28, 2014

Understanding the Winter Freeze and Alt-Fuel Prices

Frigid weather has spiked demand for natural gas and raised wholesale prices. How are fleets using alt-fuels coping?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•January 22, 2014

The key is to understand what is meant by “fleet” — and then separate perception from reality.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•January 15, 2014

Auto manufacturers are ready to pump out more cars. But are we headed toward higher incentives and lower residuals?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•January 8, 2014

This business writer took the plunge into peer-to-peer car sharing. Was it worth it?

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•December 20, 2013

So you think you’ve got 2014 all figured out? Here are seven trends in the car rental market you may not be thinking about — but should be.

Auto Focus•by Chris Brown•December 11, 2013

The work for the new Advantage has just begun.