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.

News•by Chris Brown•November 27, 2017

Sixt Eyes Top 30 U.S. Airports and Beyond

On the opening of Sixt’s new U.S. headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, CEO Erich Sixt contends that “In 10 years’ time, Europe will be a branch of the U.S.”

Articles•by Chris Brown•November 16, 2017

Fleets Assess Hurricane Impacts

Some 600,000 to 1 million vehicles were severely damaged or lost as a result of Hurricanes Irma and Harvey, resulting in a spike in vehicle sales and buoyed depreciation.

News•by Chris Brown•October 17, 2017

Sixt Opens at San Diego International Airport

Sixt Rent-a-Car officially opened in the San Diego International Airport yesterday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the airport’s consolidated rental facility.

News•by Chris Brown•September 15, 2017

ACRA Convenes Fourth D.C. Day on the Hill

American Car Rental Association (ACRA) members visited senators, congressmen, and their staffs to learn more on issues such as excise taxes, like-kind exchanges, and data control in autonomous vehicles.

News•by Chris Brown•September 7, 2017

Fleet Jam Session to Analyze Hurricanes' Effect on Industry

Fleet Jam Session, convening at the 2017 Auto Rental Summit, will provide analysis of Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma's effects on the auto rental industry, from the used car market and new car sales to rental rates, volume, and new and used values.