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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.

ArticlesCover Storyby Chris BrownDecember 21, 2015

European Car Rental Market: Pitfalls and Potential

As Europe finally exits a tough economy, market fragmentation, pricing pressures and difficult business conditions pose challenges to growth.

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Articlesby Chris BrownDecember 21, 2015

Irish Independent Charts Transition to Franchisee

How do you manage in an uncertain economy to position yourself for success as a new franchisee of a worldwide brand?

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Articlesby Chris BrownDecember 21, 2015

Growing A Car Rental Business in Bulgaria

Top Rent A Car shares how it became Bulgaria's largest independent car rental company while negotiating the challenges of doing business in the region.

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 6, 2015

Mobile Solutions Streamline the Rental Process

New tools not only automate the checkout and check-in processes but they also streamline aspects of fleet management, such as vehicle movement and inventory, damage documentation and selling at auction.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Chris BrownSeptember 8, 2015

Moving Hollywood

Avon Rent A Car Truck and Van has carved a niche by meeting the very specific needs of a very demanding industry.

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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 8, 2015

All in the Family

This longtime neighborhood independent is transitioning to a Sixt franchise — while opening a location serving one of the busiest airports in the country.

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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 8, 2015

Audi Launches Premium Rental Service

Audi on demand uses technology to connect potential customers directly to the brand in new ways.

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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 8, 2015

AutoAp Launches Recall Notification Service

Dynamic Recall Management service enables fleet managers to access the daily recall status of their vehicles.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 23, 2015

How Rental Companies Use Leasing

From taking advantage of a lessor's buying power to conserving capital, leasing is a good way to put wheels on the road — after doing your homework on the right type and terms for you.

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Newsby Chris BrownJune 4, 2015

Mercedes Predicts Fleet Niches for Metris Van

At an event held in Dunton Hot Springs, Colo., Mercedes-Benz outlined product plans and market niches for its new midsize van.

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