Kenny Vieth is the President and Senior Analyst at ACT Research, a leading authority in commercial vehicle industry data, market analysis, and forecasting services for the North American market. Joining ACT Research in 1991, Vieth became a partner in 2000 and ascended to the role of President in 2010. He oversees commercial vehicle analysis and forecasting, serving as the principal heavy-vehicle market analyst. His insights are sought after by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), suppliers, Wall Street analysts, and the Federal Reserve, to which he frequently contributes to the Beige Book report.
Vieth is a recognized thought leader in the transportation industry, known for his expertise on Class 8 trucks, trailers, and economic trends. He is a frequent keynote speaker at industry events, including the National Private Truck Council's Annual Conference and Private Fleet Management Institute, where he has earned top ratings and enthusiastic praise from audiences. In 2012, he was named the consulting economist to the National Private Truck Council.
Under Vieth's leadership, ACT Research has received accolades such as the Chicago Federal Reserve Automotive Outlook Symposium Best Overall Forecast and recognition as a top economic forecaster by USA Today. The firm is also a contributor to the Blue Chip Economic Indicators and a member of the Wall Street Journal Economic Forecast Panel.
Vieth holds a degree from Southern Illinois University and began his career in city government and education before transitioning to the transportation industry.
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