What changed in BeamNG.drive in 2025
194 updates · 17 main milestones · Mar 12, 2025 to Dec 15, 2025
- 50 eventsFixed audio library causing crashesbug fixMilestone
Resolved an issue with the audio library that was causing widespread crashes.
SteamFixed loading issue in Career Mode on Linuxbug fixSteamFixed incorrect material names on several tiresbug fixSteamFixed error when starting Career Modebug fixMilestoneSteamFixed instability when removing tilt links in Hirochi WL-40bug fixSteamFixed error when starting Career Modebug fixSteamFixed instability when removing window glass in Hirochi WL-40bug fixSteamFixed error in insurance screen in Career Modebug fixSteamFixed cloning issue for vehicles with part modifications on Linuxbug fixSteamBlacklisted Dump Truck and Wheel Loader from Garage to Garage missionsbug fixExcept for missions in Italy's Quarry.
SteamFixed broken taillights on Gavril D-Series cargo boxbug fixSteamFixed bug for controller loading argument in FMIbug fixSteamFixed relocated controllers not being correctly referencedbug fixIssue with external interaction.
SteamFixed error on insurance screen in Career Modebug fixSteamFixed low beam headlights issue on Ibishu Pessimabug fixResolved issue with low beam headlights no longer emitting light.
SteamBlacklisted Dump Truck and Wheel Loader from Garage to Garage missionsbug fixExcept for the Garage to Garage in Italy's Quarry.
SteamFixed low beam headlights issue on Ibishu Pessimabug fixMilestoneHeadlights no longer emitting light.
SteamFixed instability when removing tilt links on Hirochi WL-40bug fixMilestoneSteamFixed issue with transbrake bindingbug fixSteamVarious security fixes and improvementsperformanceMilestoneRoutine security improvements for stability and safety.
SteamRemoved debug menu shown during negotiations in Career Modebug fixSteamFixed issues when loading into Career Mode on Linuxbug fixSteamFixed Vehicle Selector breaking when deleting a modbug fixSteamAdded special edition Fire Horse paint design for Civetta Scintillanew contentSteamFixed issues in Drag Race gameplaybug fixResolved multiple issues related to resetting and drag type loading.
SteamFixed fatal error in Lua during Delivery in Career Modebug fixResolved error when dropping off fluids or dry bulk materials.
SteamFixed powertrain instability in Hirochi HT-55bug fixFixed instability that could occur when rear wheels detach from the axle.
SteamRemoved debug menu shown during negotiationbug fixSteamFixed instability when removing window glass on Hirochi WL-40bug fixMilestoneSteamFixed Vehicle Selector issue with unavailable modbug fixSteamAdded special edition Fire Horse paint design for Civetta Scintillanew contentSteamFixed broken taillights on Gavril D-Series cargo boxbug fixSteamFixed widespread audio library crashesbug fixResolved an issue with the audio library that was causing widespread crashes.
SteamFixed several part names on Hirochi WL-40bug fixSteamFixed Vehicle Selector breaking when deleting a modbug fixSteamFixed incorrect material names on several tiresbug fixSteamFixed relocated controllers not being correctly referencedbug fixFixed an issue with external interaction.
SteamIncreased strength of wheels attachment in Hirochi HT-55bug fixSteamFixed issues when cloning vehicles with part modificationsbug fixSteamFixed several part names in Hirochi WL-40bug fixSteamFixed transbrake binding issuebug fixSteamFixed issues in Drag Race modebug fixMilestoneMultiple fixes including resetting practice and disqualification.
SteamFixed powertrain instability on Hirochi HT-55bug fixMilestoneInstability could occur when rear wheels detach from the axle.
SteamFixed fatal error in Lua when dropping off materials in Career Modebug fixMilestoneSteamFixed bug for controller loading argument in FMIbug fixSteamIncreased strength of wheel attachment on Hirochi HT-55bug fixSteam - 13 eventsBug Fixes and Optimizations Across All Mapsbug fix
Includes material de-duplication and fixes for floating trees and rocks.
SteamIntroduction of Hirochi WL-40 Wheel Loadernew contentMilestoneA large wheel loader designed for lifting and transporting heavy loads with various attachments.
SteamSimplified Container Trailer Interiorbalance changeDefault setup fitted with a simplified interior to address performance issues.
SteamNew Audio Ribbon Editor ToolmoddingTool for designing dynamic audio zones across the map with real-time ambient sounds.
SteamIntroduction of Hirochi HT-55 Haul Trucknew contentMilestoneA durable haul truck with a 55-ton load capacity and various customization options.
SteamExpansion of Italy Map with Marble Quarrynew contentMilestoneNew area designed for heavy machinery gameplay with several new missions.
SteamImprovements to Rally Gameplay Editing ToolsmoddingNew tools and general improvements for modders.
SteamGameplay Selector Overhaului uxReplaces old scenarios and campaigns menu with a new selection system.
SteamNew Marble Block and Rock Pile Propsnew contentNew breakable marble blocks and an assortment of rocks for gameplay.
SteamNew Freeroam Session Wizardui uxRefined multi-step setup wizard for configuring Freeroam sessions.
SteamLauncher Polish and Bug FixessystemPolishing and fixing bugs in various submenus and translations.
Steam33% Reduction in Total File Size of MapsperformanceMajor cleanup resulting in reduced file sizes for maps and assets.
SteamInput Hints and Messages Apps Modernizationui uxOverhauled and modernized user interface elements for better usability.
Steam - 10 eventsVehicle Improvements for Ibishu Miramarbalance change
New engine meshes, textures, and adjustments to gauges for the Ibishu Miramar.
SteamUI Overhaul and Improvementsui uxThe Vehicle Selector screen has been overhauled with new features and better performance.
SteamUser Folder Location ChangesystemDefault User Folder location has been changed to appdata/local/BeamNG/BeamNG.drive/current/
SteamPerformance Optimizations and Storage ReductionsperformanceMilestoneImprovements in performance and reduced memory consumption for levels.
SteamBrake Glow Added to VehiclesvisualsAll official vehicles with disc brakes now feature brake glow.
SteamNew Missions Addednew contentNew missions including Very Important Parking and updates to existing missions.
SteamWorld Editor EnhancementsmoddingNew modular spline-based tools for procedural content creation in the World Editor.
SteamNew Vehicle: Gavril Grand Marshal Limousinenew contentMilestoneIntroducing the luxury Gavril Grand Marshal Limousine with five configurations and customizable parts.
SteamNew Freeroam Crawl SystemgameplayMilestoneA new system allowing trail crawl experiences directly from Freeroam with scoring.
SteamNew Props: Spike Strip, Pressure Ball, Trampolinenew contentSeveral new and remastered props including Spike Strip, Pressure Ball, and Trampoline.
Steam - 70 eventsFixed front tires being inside out on school busbug fixSteamFixed rear seat cargo box attachment on Ibishu Miramarbug fixSteamFixed mesh breaking on Gavril MD-Series school bus safety cushionbug fixSteamMade light bar mode bindings affect all light bars on vehiclesbug fixSteamFixed sidewalks' collisions degrees on West Coast USAbug fixSteamFixed misplaced early GTZ headlight on Ibishu Miramarbug fixSteamFixed incorrect glowmaps on Soliad Wendover indicatorsbug fixSteamFixed rear axle being unable to fully break off on Gavril MD-Seriesbug fixSteamFixed parts becoming invisible in parts selector menubug fixSteamFixed pipe overlapping with concrete wall in tank farm on Industrial Sitebug fixSteamAdded decal to hide metal texture repetitions on Industrial Sitebug fixSteamFixed various typos and mistakes in Burnside Special config info filesbug fixSteamFixed collision issues in police station on West Coast USAbug fixSteamFixed Rennspecht config badge on ETK K-Seriesbug fixSteamFixed early front fender nodes clipping with school bus bodybug fixSteamFixed floating lamp on West Coast USAbug fixSteamFixed active differentials defaulting to 0 locking torquebug fix
Affected multiple vehicle models.
SteamFixed flagpole LOD on mall building on West Coast USAbug fixSteamChanged how to enable vibration feedback for controllersui uxNew vibration will be active by default for unmodified settings.
SteamRetuned armored truck deformation for Gavril MD-Seriesbalance changeOverall strength reduced, especially on rear end and roof.
SteamFixed late tailgate trigger on Gavril D-Seriesbug fixSteamFixed mismatched final drives on Gavril MD-Series off-road school bus configbug fixSteamFixed export sedans having 'coupe' in config name on Ibishu Miramarbug fixSteamFixed wrong material on armored truck mudflapsbug fixSteamFixed broken force feedback when steering angle is set to 0bug fixSteamFixed issue with Civetta Bolide gauges using different material setupsbug fixSteamFixed missing clutch pedal with sequential shifter on Bruckell LeGranbug fixSteamFixed startup crash related to incompatible libpng versions on Linuxbug fixSteamFixed wrong model on 4-barrel carburetor on Burnside Specialbug fixSteamUpdated misplaced window texture on West Coast USAbug fixSteamRenamed DO_NOT_INSTALL_MODS_HERE.txt for better visibilitymoddingSteamFixed driver camera position on armored truckbug fixSteamUpdated Ibishu BX hatchback taillights functionalitybug fixSteamAdded back automatic integrity check after a Deep Clean in Launcherbug fixSteamFixed polygons lighting issue on Soliad Wendover taillightsbug fixSteamFixed TC83s Logging config door panel issue on Gavril T-Seriesbug fixSteamFixed offset on Gavril T-series 3rd drive axle hub meshbug fixSteamFixed map being openable during challenge loading transitionsbug fixSteamFixed headlight covers hiding front turn signal flares on Ibishu Miramarbug fixSteamFixed wheel hubs naming inconsistencybug fixSteamFixed 'Fling downwards' and 'Boost backwards' actions not working when bound to hotkeybug fixSteamFixed crashes when rendering assets that produced errors during loadingbug fixSteamFixed camo livery stretching on armored truck bodybug fixSteamFixed engine clipping into body on Gavril MD-Series school bus during high speed impactsbug fixSteamFixed brake chambers assignment on Gavril T-seriesbug fixSteamFixed incorrect normals on 5 bay warehouse on West Coast USAbug fixSteamAdjusted prices of flathead engine parts for Burnside Specialbalance changeSteamFixed inverted inner trunk normals on Soliad Wendoverbug fixSteamFixed American flag material on West Coast USAbug fixSteamFixed missing wig-wag headlights on Gavril Grand Marshalbug fixSteamFixed bonus objectives providing rewards multiple times in Career Modebug fixSteamTweaked some openables on the school busbug fixSteamReactivated collisions on West Coast USA city_block5bug fixSteamFixed inaccurate tachometer on Gavril MD-Series school busbug fixSteamAdded default steering wheel angle for various controllersbug fixSteamTweaked signal stalk position on Gavril Roamerbug fixSteamFixed 'Deflate random tire' action and added it to Radial Menubug fixSteamFixed z-fight signs on gas station column on West Coast USAbug fixSteamFixed various issues with orbit camera on high speed crashes for school bus and armored truckbug fixSteamEnabled leaderboards on all Arrive missionsgameplayAll Arrive missions now have leaderboards and an end time.
SteamDisabled node grabber and map modes in Cannon missionsbug fixSteamFixed column shifter animations on Ibishu Miramarbug fixSteamCorrected thumbnail for Mountain Drifting missionbug fixSteamFixed crash to desktop when pressing certain keys or buttonsbug fixSteamFixed hole in terrain on West Coast USAbug fixSteamFixed gauge materials inconsistency on Ibishu Pessima (1988)bug fixSteamFixed instability with Gavril MD-Series rear axle parts combinationsbug fixSteamFixed different material and texture duplicatesbug fixSteamFixed wrong pedals setup for sequential shifter on Bruckell Bastionbug fixSteam - 8 eventsMain Menu Structure Overhauledui ux
Main menu split into two pages for improved user experience, featuring a Quick-Start menu.
SteamNew Missions IntroducedgameplayNew missions include 'Miramar Menace', 'Fragile Asset', and 'Outback Bangers'.
SteamGeneral Improvements and Fixesquality of lifeNumerous small improvements and bug fixes for a better overall experience.
SteamRadial Menu Upgradesui uxRadial Menu can now be reconfigured, with overall navigation improvements.
SteamBurnside Special Refresh with New Variantsnew contentBurnside Special gets new body variants, a flathead V8 engine option, and various new features.
SteamNew School Bus and Armored Truck Addednew contentMD-Series now includes new armored truck and school bus bodies with unique liveries.
SteamIbishu Miramar Refresh with New Variantsnew contentThe Miramar receives two new body variants, a coupe and an Ute, along with new interior parts and liveries.
SteamMesh Errors and Geometry Fixesbug fixFixed mesh errors on chopped sedan pillars and refreshed engine geometry and textures.
Steam - 23 eventsFixed bad placement of grass/dirt decals near gas station in Italybug fixSteamFixed incorrect names for rally configs on Civetta Bolidebug fixSteamFixed misaligned trigger for hazard lights on Hirochi Sunburstbug fixSteamFixed floating rocks in West Coast quarrybug fixSteamFixed floating rocks in Johnson Valleybug fixSteamFixed crash caused by mod audio playbackbug fixSteamFixed various game crashes affecting multiple modsbug fixSteamDynamic orbit camera pitch transition now pauses when manually rotatedgameplaySteamFixed AI Race challenges not showing default objectivesbug fixSteamReverted changes to BX-Series audioaudioSteamImproved performance of radial menu on low-end hard drivesui ux
Removed unnecessary file read/write operations.
SteamFixed missing roof in suburb area of West Coastbug fixSteamAdded sport mode position on CVT transmission for Hirochi Sunburstnew contentSteamFixed missing generator pulley on Bruckell Nine I4 adjustable rev limiterbug fixSteamFixed UI apps disappearing after layout changebug fixSteamFixed non-functioning events in Vue UI appsbug fixSteamFixed typo in fire extinguisher slot name for SP Dunekickerbug fixSteamFixed mirrored paddles on Hirochi Sunburstbug fixSteamFixed clutch pedal duplication on Ibishu BX-Seriesbug fixSteamFixed vehicles not requiring repairs for challengesbug fixSteamFixed typo in Corse steering wheel name for Autobello Piccolinabug fixSteamFixed incorrect model for 13x7 TIMS koidara rear wheelsbug fixSteamFixed mismatched sideskirts on Hirochi Sunburst rally configsbug fixSteam - 16 eventsFixed various issues with Radial Menubug fixSteamRemastered Hirochi Sunburst Vehiclenew contentMilestone
The Hirochi Sunburst has been fully remastered with new features, configurations, and customization options.
SteamWest Coast Map UpgradesworldUpdated areas in the West Coast map, including a new drag strip and drift track.
SteamTwo New Missions AddedgameplayNew missions 'Strut Brace Loop' and 'Garage Gauntlet' introduced.
SteamFixed crash in audio subsystembug fixSteamNew Freeroam Drift Zones and Drag ModegameplayNew drift zones added in Italy, Utah, and Automation, along with a Freeroam Drag Mode at Hirochi Raceway.
Steam3D Mesh Loading OptimizationsperformanceMilestoneVehicle loading speed improved by transitioning to a new optimized .cdae file format.
SteamFixed potential drop in framerate with certain input devicesbug fixSteamIntroduction of Anti-lag System (ALS)gameplayNew anti-lag system for turbocharged vehicles to improve throttle response.
SteamActive Center Differential for All-Wheel Drive VehiclesgameplayNew active center differential system enhances performance and drivability in all-wheel drive vehicles.
SteamFixed crash in physics subsystem with certain modsbug fixSteamFixed crash during startupbug fixSteamNew Building Architect Tool for ModdersmoddingExperimental tool for generating and modifying buildings directly in the World Editor.
SteamFixed crash happening when exiting the applicationbug fixSteamNew Radial Menu Implementationui uxA new Radial Menu replaces the legacy menu, featuring full gamepad support and refined layouts.
SteamDrift Scoring System Revampbalance changeThe scoring system for drifting has been revamped to include Tiers and adjustments to multipliers.
Steam - 2 eventsDiscontinuation of Support for Older Windows Versionssystem
Support for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 will be discontinued with the arrival of BeamNG.drive version 0.35.
SteamDiscontinuation of Support for Ubuntu 20.04systemSupport for Ubuntu 20.04 will be discontinued with the upcoming BeamNG.drive version 0.36 later this year.
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