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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.

Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 1, 2008

The Future of In-Car Communications

”Find me the nearest hardware store that sells Western Red Cedar shingles at the lowest price. Then direct me there.” Talking to your car using telematics, Wi-Fi and mobile computing promise to revolutionize productivity in the vehicle.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJanuary 1, 2008

GM Enhances Safety in Full-Size Vans for 2008

Head curtain side airbags and enhanced technology glass (ETG) are standard on passenger vans. ETG is a special three-layer glass designed to reduce the risk of ejection during a crash.

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 1, 2007

A New Halo Car for Fleet

With the level of refinement in the all-new 2008 Chevy Malibu, fleet drivers might think they jumped a peg on the selector totem pole.

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 1, 2007

Fuel Cards Can Save You Money

With comprehensive reporting, driver convenience and fuel savings of 15 percent or more, joining a fuel management program should be a no-brainer. Now the hard part –which program is best suited for your fleet?

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 1, 2007

Getting the Truck Out of Dodge

We put the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 5500 Chassis Cab in the hands of a work truck customer for a real-world review.

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Articlesby Chris BrownOctober 1, 2007

Reducing the Risk of Rollover Crashes

Highlighted are the causes of rollover crashes and ways to prevent them. Driver education is critical.

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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 3, 2007

20 Ways Fleets Can Save Fuel

Increase your fleet's fuel smarts and savings with these 20 suggestions and best practices from small fleet operators.

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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 1, 2007

Confessions of a Road Warrior

The day-to-day challenges of fleet driving often clash with what the safety videos say. Is there a way to get business done and be safe at the same time?

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 1, 2007

The Green Advantage

An organization’s environmental “footprint” includes direct emissions into the air or water, electricity consumption, materials use, waste disposal and more. As media attention and public concern about climate change mount, more and more organizations are paying attention to their impact on the environment.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 1, 2007

The Baby Boomer Driving Dilemma

Retirement-age baby boomers are staying in the workforce in droves. Are you prepared to keep them in your fleet?

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