--- title: "Market Vitals: Seminar 75" description: As a benefit to subscribers, ACT Research holds two events per year to provide an opportunity for discussions, professional insights, and networking.  image: https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Event%20Logo/Market-VitalsFull-Color.png --- [![Market-VitalsWhite](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Event%20Logo/Market-VitalsWhite.png?width=300&height=150&name=Market-VitalsWhite.png "Market-VitalsWhite")](http://actresearch.net) [![LOGO-May-16-2022-07-44-55-43-AM-1](https://21256592.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21256592/hubfs/LOGO-May-16-2022-07-44-55-43-AM-1.png?width=73&height=35&name=LOGO-May-16-2022-07-44-55-43-AM-1.png "LOGO-May-16-2022-07-44-55-43-AM-1")](http://actresearch.net) [![LOGO-May-16-2022-07-44-55-43-AM-1](https://21256592.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21256592/hubfs/LOGO-May-16-2022-07-44-55-43-AM-1.png?width=73&height=35&name=LOGO-May-16-2022-07-44-55-43-AM-1.png "LOGO-May-16-2022-07-44-55-43-AM-1")](http://actresearch.net) # AUGUST 19-20, 2026 ## JOIN US FOR OUR 75th SEMINAR # AUGUST 19-20, 2026 ## Market Vitals: The Current and Future Health of the Industry - days - Hours - Minutes - Seconds [REGISTER](https://pages.actresearch.net/seminar-75-registration?hsLang=en) Date August 19-20, 2026 Location The Commons | Columbus, IN Days 2 Days SPEAKERS 3 C-Suite Executives #### ABOUT THE SEMINAR **What:** Since 1986 (40 years!), ACT Research has been the leader in commercial vehicle data, market analysis, and forecasting services, providing timely and vital information to the marketplace. As a benefit to subscribers, ACT Research holds two events per year to provide an opportunity for discussions, professional insights, and networking.  The ACT Research team will provide the N.A. Commercial Vehicle & Transportation Industries Outlook for 2026-2029. In addition, we will be hosting industry expert guests to discuss the current and future health of the industry to support your planning and budgeting. **Why Participate:** Obtain valuable perspectives on the commercial vehicle (CV) and transportation industries from the organization renowned for its top-tier North American Commercial Vehicle OUTLOOK. ACT Research received the prestigious 2019 Lawrence R. Klein Blue Chip Award for our exceptional forecast accuracy. **Who Participates:** Those joining us are industry trailblazers and decision-makers, including top management and C-Suite executives from their respective OEMS, Tier 1 & 2 suppliers, new entrant OEMs, technology suppliers, and various finance institutions. **When & Where: Market Vitals: The Current & Future Health of the Industry will be held on August 19-20, 2026, at The Commons at 300 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201** **Event sponsored by:** **![penske_logo_ent_horizontal_THIN_RGB](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Penske%20Logos/Penske%20Logo%20-%20for%20Web%20and%20Digital/FULL%20COLOR%20-%20RGB/PNG/penske_logo_ent_horizontal_THIN_RGB.png?width=300&height=70&name=penske_logo_ent_horizontal_THIN_RGB.png)** [REGISTER](https://pages.actresearch.net/seminar-75-registration?hsLang=en) [SNEAK PEEK VIDEO](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Market%20Vitals%20Seminar%2075%20Promo%20V1.mp4?hsLang=en) [![Image20260302151813](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2074/Seminar%20Photos/Image20260302151813.jpg?width=1080&height=720&name=Image20260302151813.jpg)](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2074/Seminar%20Photos/Image20260302151813.jpg?hsLang=en) [![Image20260219092051](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2074/Seminar%20Photos/Economic%20Panel/Image20260219092051.jpg?width=1080&height=720&name=Image20260219092051.jpg)](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2074/Seminar%20Photos/Economic%20Panel/Image20260219092051.jpg?hsLang=en) [![August 20, 2025-ACT Research-by_Tony_Vasquez_479_hr](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2074/Seminar%20Photos/August%2020%2c%202025-ACT%20Research-by_Tony_Vasquez_479_hr.jpg?width=2000&height=1334&name=August%2020%2c%202025-ACT%20Research-by_Tony_Vasquez_479_hr.jpg)](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2074/Seminar%20Photos/August%2020%2c%202025-ACT%20Research-by_Tony_Vasquez_479_hr.jpg?hsLang=en) [![August 21, 2025-ACT Research-by_Tony_Vasquez_31_hr](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/August%2021%2c%202025-ACT%20Research-by_Tony_Vasquez_31_hr.jpg?width=2000&height=1334&name=August%2021%2c%202025-ACT%20Research-by_Tony_Vasquez_31_hr.jpg)](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/August%2021%2c%202025-ACT%20Research-by_Tony_Vasquez_31_hr.jpg?hsLang=en) #### SEMINAR AGENDA [DOWNLOAD AGENDA](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Market%20Vitals%20Seminar%2075%20Agenda.pdf?hsLang=en) - [Welcome Day 08.18.2026](https://pages.actresearch.net/market-vitals-seminar-75#Beyonce1) - [Day 1 08.19.2026](https://pages.actresearch.net/market-vitals-seminar-75#Beyonce2) - [Day 2 08.20.2026](https://pages.actresearch.net/market-vitals-seminar-75#Beyonce3) ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 11:30 AM ### Golf Outing Location: Harrison Lake Country Club - 588 S Country Club Rd, Columbus, IN 47201 Lunch at 11:30 AM | Tee Time at 12:30 PM Thank you to our networking sponsor: ![NTDA logo](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2068/Sponsorship%20Assets/NTDA/NTDA%20logo.jpg?width=150&height=75&name=NTDA%20logo.jpg)   ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 6:00 - 9:00 PM ### Welcome Reception Location: ZwanzigZ Production Brewery - 315 12th St, Columbus, IN 47201 Thank you to our networking sponsor: ![NTDA logo](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2068/Sponsorship%20Assets/NTDA/NTDA%20logo.jpg?width=150&height=75&name=NTDA%20logo.jpg) ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 9:00 - 11:30 AM ### Canada and Mexico: Economic Trends and Implications for North American Freight Workshop As North American supply chains continue to evolve, understanding the economic forces shaping Canada and Mexico has become increasingly important for transportation and freight leaders. This workshop explores how economic trends, trade flows, nearshoring activity, and cross-border freight dynamics are influencing the broader North American market. Attendees will gain actionable insights into the economic drivers impacting trucking demand, freight capacity, manufacturing activity, and trailer markets across the US, Canada, and Mexico.   **Speakers:** - David Teolis - Jennifer McNealy - Jorge Garcia - Carter Vieth - Tim Denoyer **Cost: $699** (the workshop fee is separate from the seminar registration fee) **Location:** ACT Research Office - 4440 Middle Rd., Columbus, IN 47203 **Learn more:** [https://pages.actresearch.net/canada-mexico-workshop](https://pages.actresearch.net/canada-mexico-workshop?hsLang=en)   ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 12:00 PM ### Registration Thank you to our name badge sponsor: ![Cummins Logo-1](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2069/Sponsors/Cummins/Cummins%20Logo-1.png?width=150&height=138&name=Cummins%20Logo-1.png)   ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 1:00 PM ### Opening Comments ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 1:15 PM ### Economic Outlook Panel **David Teolis** / Chief Economist at ACT Research **Jim Meil** / Sr. Business Advisor at ACT Research  **Paul Traub** / Business Advisor at ACT Research  ![Rusty Rush Headshot](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Speakers/Rusty%20Rush/Rusty%20Rush%20Headshot.jpg?width=1200&height=1616&name=Rusty%20Rush%20Headshot.jpg) 3:00 PM ### Guest Speaker 1 **Rusty Rush** / CEO at Rush Enterprises ![Ali Trueblood Headshot (LinkedIn)](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Speakers/Ali%20Trueblood/Ali%20Trueblood%20Headshot%20(LinkedIn).jpg?width=400&height=400&name=Ali%20Trueblood%20Headshot%20(LinkedIn).jpg) 4:00 PM ### Guest Speaker 2 **Ali Trueblood** / Vice President and General Manager at Cummins ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 6:00 PM ### Networking Dinner Location: The ACT Research Office - 4440 Middle Rd, Columbus, IN 47203 Thank you to our networking dinner sponsor:  ![Allison](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Sponsors/Allison%20Transmission/Allison.png?width=150&height=57&name=Allison.png) ![NTDA logo](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2068/Sponsorship%20Assets/NTDA/NTDA%20logo.jpg?width=150&height=75&name=NTDA%20logo.jpg)   ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 7:30 AM ### Continental Breakfast & Registration Thank you to our name badge sponsor:  ![Cummins Logo-1](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2069/Sponsors/Cummins/Cummins%20Logo-1.png?width=150&height=138&name=Cummins%20Logo-1.png) ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 8:00 AM ### Freight, Class 8, & Trailer Market Update & Forecast **Tim Denoyer** / Vice President & Senior Analyst at ACT Research **Ken Vieth** / President & Senior Analyst at ACT Research  **Jennifer McNealy** / Director, Research Analysis and Publications at ACT Research  **Carter Vieth** / Research Analyst at ACT Research ![Steve Tam](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Steve%20Tam.jpg?width=1335&height=2000&name=Steve%20Tam.jpg) 10:30 AM ### Used Truck Market Update **Steve Tam** / Vice President & Analyst at ACT Research ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 11:15 AM ### Networking Lunch Thank you to our networking sponsor: ![NTDA logo](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2068/Sponsorship%20Assets/NTDA/NTDA%20logo.jpg?width=150&height=75&name=NTDA%20logo.jpg) ![DerekLeathers-Headshot-02-2048x1968](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Speakers/Derek%20Leathers/DerekLeathers-Headshot-02-2048x1968.png?width=2000&name=DerekLeathers-Headshot-02-2048x1968.png) 12:30 PM ### Guest Speaker 3 **Derek Leathers** / CEO at Werner Enterprises ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 1:30 PM ### Driving Autonomy: From Development to Deployment **Robert Brown** / VP of Partnerships at Bot Auto **Melody Drummond Hansen** / Chief Strategist at Acute Strategy LLC. ![Steve Tam](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Steve%20Tam.jpg?width=1335&height=2000&name=Steve%20Tam.jpg) 2:45 PM ### Medium Duty Market Update **Steve Tam** / Vice President & Analyst at ACT Research  ![Orange Arrow](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20Kit%20/ACT%20Research%20Logos/Orange%20Arrow.png?width=57&height=56&name=Orange%20Arrow.png) 3:30 PM ### Closing Thoughts Thank you to our Seminar 75 sponsors: ![penske_logo_ent_horizontal_THIN_RGB](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Penske%20Logos/Penske%20Logo%20-%20for%20Web%20and%20Digital/FULL%20COLOR%20-%20RGB/JPG/penske_logo_ent_horizontal_THIN_RGB.jpg?width=281&height=66&name=penske_logo_ent_horizontal_THIN_RGB.jpg)      ![Cummins Logo-1](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2069/Sponsors/Cummins/Cummins%20Logo-1.png?width=89&height=82&name=Cummins%20Logo-1.png) ![NTDA logo](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2068/Sponsorship%20Assets/NTDA/NTDA%20logo.jpg?width=150&height=75&name=NTDA%20logo.jpg)    ![Mitsubish](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Sponsors/Mitsubishi%20HC%20Capital%20America/Mitsubish.png?width=150&height=35&name=Mitsubish.png)    ![Allison](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Sponsors/Allison%20Transmission/Allison.png?width=150&height=57&name=Allison.png)   All sessions will be held at The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201, unless noted otherwise. #### SPONSORS     ![Penske logo. 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I haven’t missed one yet, after taking on this role. I really enjoy coming here, not just for the data piece of it, but it’s really \[about\] meeting the people. Being able to meet other people within the industry, and form relationships and networking connections that will help broaden my perspective of the market is probably the most valuable part about \[attending ACT’s seminars\]." - Tim Eimermann, Market Insights Leader at Thermo King ![Tim Eimermann Headshot](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/Tim%20Eimermann%20Headshot.jfif) “… \[ACT Seminar\] it is a can't miss... an incredible group of people across the industry; you have OEMs, tier 1s, fleets, start-ups, investment side, sell side. A great line up of speakers and panels, something that you rarely get at conferences like this." **- Robert Brown, Vice President of Marketing** ![Robert Brown Headshot](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/Robert%20Brown%20Headshot.jfif) “The biggest thing \[about the ACT seminar\] is connecting with industry folks I work with.” **- Bob Kern, Market Insights Manager at Cummins** ![Bob Kern](https://pages.actresearch.net/hubfs/Bob%20Kern.jpg) #### SEMINAR SPEAKERS / meet the speakers ![Rusty Rush Headshot](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2067/Speakers/Rusty%20Rush/Rusty%20Rush%20Headshot.jpg?width=1200&height=1616&name=Rusty%20Rush%20Headshot.jpg) ##### RUSTY RUSH ###### CEO W.M. “Rusty” Rush is the Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Rush Enterprises, Inc. - ![Ali Trueblood Headshot (LinkedIn)](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Speakers/Ali%20Trueblood/Ali%20Trueblood%20Headshot%20(LinkedIn).jpg?width=400&height=400&name=Ali%20Trueblood%20Headshot%20(LinkedIn).jpg) ##### Alison Trueblood ###### Vice President and General Manager Ali is the Vice President and General Manager at Cummins, Inc. - ![Derek Leathers Headshot (LinkedIn)](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Speakers/Derek%20Leathers/Derek%20Leathers%20Headshot%20(LinkedIn).jpg?width=200&height=200&name=Derek%20Leathers%20Headshot%20(LinkedIn).jpg) ##### Derek Leathers ###### Chairman & CEO Derek is the Chairman and CEO at Werner Enterprises. - ![Rob Brown Headshot](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/ACT%20Research%20Seminars/Seminar%2075/Speakers/Robert%20Brown/Rob%20Brown%20Headshot.jpg?width=5199&height=3466&name=Rob%20Brown%20Headshot.jpg) ##### Robert Brown ###### VP of Partnerships Robert Brown is the VP of Partnerships at Bot Auto. - [SEE ALL SPEAKERS](https://pages.actresearch.net/market-vitals-seminar-75-speakers?hsLang=en) ## ![Image20260410145507](https://pages.actresearch.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Image20260410145507.png?width=65&height=75&name=Image20260410145507.png) REGISTRATION  ### subscriber $995 - 2-day session access - 4 networking events - 9 sessions - Analyst meetings (per request) - Session recordings [REGISTER](https://pages.actresearch.net/seminar-75-registration?hsLang=en) ### non-subscriber $1,270 - 2-day session access - 4 networking events - 9 sessions - Analyst meetings (per request) - Session recordings [REGISTER](https://pages.actresearch.net/seminar-75-registration?hsLang=en) #### SEMINAR FAQS -   Where should I stay? -   What is the venue address? -   Where should I park? -   Does the venue have wifi? -   What is the welcome reception address? -   What is the networking dinner address? [Hotel Indigo Columbus](https://www.ihg.com/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=IN&localeCode=en®ionCode=1&hotelCode=CLUBS&checkInDate=18&checkInMonthYear=072026&checkOutDate=20&checkOutMonthYear=072026&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=ACT&cn=no&adjustMonth=false&showApp=true&monthIndex=00)- 400 Brown St | Columbus, Indiana | 47201 To make reservations: Call Hotel Indigo directly at 812-375-9100 and ask for the ACT group block rate, or use the booking link [here](https://www.ihg.com/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=IN&localeCode=en®ionCode=1&hotelCode=CLUBS&checkInDate=18&checkInMonthYear=072026&checkOutDate=20&checkOutMonthYear=072026&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=ACT&cn=no&adjustMonth=false&showApp=true&monthIndex=00). This hotel will sell out quickly. ACT fast! [Holiday Inn Columbus](https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/columbus/clujm/hoteldetail) - 2485 W Jonathan Moore Pike | Columbus, Indiana | 47201 300 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201 1) Parking lot at 4th & Brown Street next to Hotel Indigo - Public Parking (2-minute walk). On Google Maps, it’s labeled "Cummins SEARS Parking Lot - Private," but it is now a public parking lot. 2) Jackson Street Garage - Public Parking (Across the street) 3) If you stay at Hotel Indigo, The Commons is within walking distance.  TBD TBD The ACT Research Office - 4440 Middle Rd, Columbus, IN 47203 #### NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES # 4 Networking Opportunities Golf Outing & Lunch | Tuesday, August 18, 2026  | 11:30 AM Welcome Reception | Tuesday, August 18, 2026 | 6:00 PM Networking Dinner | Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM Final Day Lunch | Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 11:30 AM   #### IMPORTANT ADDRESSES [GET DIRECTIONS](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=18C_RKmfxX-Xtukm_Hxmn4TnXa1fOXP0&usp=sharing) #### CONTACT US [trucks@actresearch.net](mailto:trucks@actresearch) (812) 379-2085 4440 Middle Rd, Columbus, IN 47203 © 2026 Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co.