What changed in American Truck Simulator in 2018

81 updates · 9 main milestones · Jan 24, 2018 to Dec 11, 2018

Dec 11, 201813 events
Mod alert for compatibility issuesmodding
Most mods will need updates due to the number of changes.
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Reusable truck and trailer configuration templatesquality of life
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Detours feature addedgameplayMilestone
New detours feature implemented for enhanced gameplay.
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Buyable turnpike double trailers (Nevada only)new content
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Physics improvementsperformance
Improvements made to suspension, damping, braking, and cogs.
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Various customization options addedcustom match
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Steam cloud based profilessystem
Profiles can now be stored in the Steam cloud.
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Improved rain drops behavior on glassvisuals
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Oregon map expansion requirednew content
The new features require the Oregon map expansion.
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Music shuffling feature addedaudio
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Added OR-140 roadworld
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Country/state name localization settingslocalization
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g_disable_beacons command addedquality of life
New command for players with issues related to blinking lights.
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Oct 29, 20182 events
Halloween Celebration Announcementseasonal event
Announcement of Halloween-themed bundles and discounts for American Truck Simulator.
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New Trailer Paint Job Addednew content
A new trailer paint job has been added to the ATS Halloween Paint Job Pack.
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Oct 4, 20183 events
Classic Stripes Paint Jobs DLC Unveileddlc releaseMilestone
Classic Stripes Paint Jobs DLC includes eight stylish designs for all trucks.
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Oregon in Style Bundle Availablestore
New map DLC and style DLC combined into a discounted bundle.
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Oregon DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestone
American Truck Simulator: Oregon is published!
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May 14, 201826 events
8x4 Scania R and S truck chassisnew content
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Variable shift lengthmodding
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Faster gear shifting for new Opticruise transmissionsbalance change
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Truck dealer trucks are not in a single file/list anymoremodding
The game reads all files/units in the given directory, making things friendlier for mods to coexist
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Parking brake automatically ON after truck spawnquality of life
g_park_brake_init
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Fixed torque converter lockingbug fix
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Mirror_datamodding
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More realistic mirror rendering (head position-based FOV)balance change
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Mighty Griffin DLC aftermarket tuning parts for next-gen Scania S & Rnew content
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Fixed HDR interpolationbug fix
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New road through Yosemite added - CA-120new content
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Fixed trailer damage reportingbug fix
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Fixed/updated license plates in various countries (Belgian, Norwegian, Polish, Czech)bug fix
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Dropped support of very old maps (pre ver. 4.38)modding
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Job selection screens have new filter and cargo search elementsquality of life
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Random road eventsnew content
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UK trailers no longer have a different license plate from the lorrybug fix
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Steerable wheel independent on wheel modelmodding
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Increased precision trip data (dashboard computer display)quality of life
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New terrain brushes in the map editormodding
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New trailers (bottom dumpers)new content
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New routes for Special Transport DLC missionsnew content
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Fixed damaged predefined trucks in dealers and quick jobsbug fix
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Screenshot name format now based on date and timequality of life
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A trailer can be registered as standalone or notmodding
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Dropped support for old attributesmodding
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Apr 13, 201813 events
Automatic Parking Brake ON After Truck Spawnquality of life
Parking brake will be automatically set to ON when the truck spawns.
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Dropped Support for Old Maps (Pre 4.38)modding
Old maps will not be supported due to new brush system.
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Fixed HDR Interpolationbug fix
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New Bottom Dumper Trailersnew content
Three versions of bottom dumper trailers added.
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New Power/Air Lines Between Truck and Trailersnew content
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New Filter Options for Job and Cargo Searchquality of life
Improved job selection screens with new filter and cargo search elements.
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New Road Through Yosemite (CA-120)new content
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Increased Precision Trip Dataquality of life
Improved dashboard computer display for trip data.
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Fixed Torque Converter Lockingbug fix
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New Terrain Brushes in Map Editormodding
New tools for map designers to apply textures and materials.
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Fixed Damaged Predefined Trucks in Dealers and Quick Jobsbug fix
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Fixed Trailer Damage Reportingbug fix
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Improved Mirror Renderingnew content
Head position-based FOV and properly curved mirrors.
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Apr 1, 20182 events
Real Truck Sounds Mod ver 1.4 Releasedmodding
An experimental mod featuring improved truck sounds recorded with care, available for both American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2.
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ATS Truck Sound Improvementmodding
Improved sounds for a handful of vehicles, with potential for more based on player feedback.
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Mar 30, 20182 events
Introduction of Trailer Cablesnew contentMilestone
Physically simulated trailer cables added to both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator.
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Trailer Cable Simulation Optionsgameplay
Three simulation options for trailer cables: full connection, first trailer only, or turned off completely.
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Feb 23, 20183 events
Development of new massive cargoes for ATSgameplay
The vehicle team is building new massive cargoes, requiring route designers to use placeholders for testing.
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Route testing with placeholder trailerworld
Designers are using a special cargo placeholder trailer to verify route parameters and fit through critical places in the game world.
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Announcement of Special Transport DLC for ATSnew contentMilestone
ATS will receive its own oversize loads similar to the ETS2 Special Transport DLC.
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Feb 1, 20182 events
Announcement of Oregon Map Expansionnew contentMilestone
The next map expansion for American Truck Simulator will be Oregon, featuring diverse environments and local industries.
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Oregon Map Expansion Announcementnew contentMilestone
The next addition to American Truck Simulator will be the Oregon map, featuring diverse environments and local industries.
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Jan 24, 201815 events
Updated localizationlocalization
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Prevented crash when creating new board template in modbug fixMilestone
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Fixed sleeping area triggers visibility in UI mapbug fix
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AI will not use blinkers when canceling lane changeai
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Fixed generation of terrain in unloaded sectorbug fix
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Prevented crash from missing material stampbug fixMilestone
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Fixed light sources in multi-time HQ screenshotsbug fix
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Code support for multi-torque enginesnew content
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Grand Gift Delivery Event Resultsseasonal event
The Grand Gift Delivery event has ended with over 300,000 players participating.
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Improved calculation of trailer weight distributionbalance change
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20% Sale on Merchandiseshop
A 20% discount on all clothing at the merchandise shop has been initiated.
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Grand Gift Delivery Event Resultsseasonal event
The Grand Gift Delivery event has ended with over 300,000 participants helping to save Christmas.
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Cleanup of OpenGL supportperformance
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Various editor fixes and improvementsbug fix
Includes fixes for stamps in content browser, support for hiding instanced geometry, collections, item performance info, searching, and traffic tool.
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20% Sale on Merchandiseshop
A 20% sale on all clothing at the merchandise shop has started, lasting only for a few days.
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