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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.

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Newsby Chris BrownDecember 23, 2025

In Memoriam: Mike Antich, Fleet Industry Icon

A longtime writer, publisher, association leader, and industry architect, Antich helped form the modern fleet profession for over four decades.

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Newsby Chris BrownMay 28, 2025

2025 Fleet Hall of Fame: Call for Nominations

Join us in honoring the fleet professionals whose leadership, innovation, and legacy continue to shape the future of the industry.

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Articlesby Chris BrownFebruary 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.

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Articlesby Chris BrownFebruary 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.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJanuary 29, 2024

Commercial Vehicle Q&A: Will 2023 Trends Continue Into 2024?

As chassis availability continues to improve, fleet demand growth will likely continue to decelerate in the first half of 2024 before stabilizing and recovering in the second half.

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Newsby Chris BrownJanuary 10, 2024

Depreciation Drives TCO Increases in Q4

According to Vincentric, fleet costs per mile for most vehicle categories increased slightly in the fourth quarter, tempered by falling fuel prices.

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Newsby Chris BrownDecember 4, 2023

How Will the UAW Strike’s Impact Affect Fleets?

Vehicle supply seems to be less of an issue, while the effects on new-vehicle costs will manifest in the longer term.

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 8, 2023

Hiring Fleet Drivers — When Drivers Hold the Cards [Part 2]

The driver shortage was brewing long before the COVID-19 pandemic. In part two of this two-part series, find out how to refine your search, onboard drivers, and improve retainment.

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Articlesby Chris BrownOctober 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.

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Newsby Chris BrownOctober 30, 2023

Motorlease Strategically Positions Itself for the Future

Motorlease announces acquisition by 1st Financial Bank USA to expand its credit lines and continue to operate as a privately held, family-owned provider of fleet management services.

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