What changed in Euro Truck Simulator 2 in 2023

Introduction of strategically placed weigh stations across the Swiss map for vehicle checks and weight verification.

Addition of viewpoints at key locations such as Geneva centre, Zurich centre, and Furka pass for scenic pauses.

Join truckers in delivering supplies and gifts in the festive World of Trucks Christmas event.

Voting event for the community to choose the final design of the LumiLor-painted E-Tech T from December 15 to 25.

Release of an exclusive SCS On The Road episode featuring behind-the-scenes footage from the Renault Trucks trip.

Introduction of LumiLor technology that allows illuminated paint jobs on the E-Tech T.

Introduction of the fully electric Renault Trucks E-Tech T in collaboration with Renault Trucks.

Complete 15 deliveries to or from the 5 Christmas Winterland depots to earn a special achievement and truck paint job.

Unlock unique community rewards for each tier of 200 Snowflakes accomplished, with 5 tiers in total.

Players must deliver supplies to and from Christmas Winterland to earn Snowflakes for cities, with a goal of 1000 Snowflakes.

Annual Christmas Stream scheduled for December 19th featuring giveaways and updates.

Embark on a magical journey to Christmas Winterland and deliver supplies and gift packs across the world.

Track community progress on World of Trucks or directly in the game using the updated interface.

Headlights can now automatically turn on in low ambient light, with automatic high beams that adjust based on nearby vehicles.

The night sky now features a Moon and HDR skyboxes with dynamic stars and enhanced weather effects.

Players can now use combinations of keys and modifiers for actions, including short and long press options.

Vehicles now accumulate three types of damage: standard damage, parts wear, and permanent wear.

Used trucks are now available in the main menu, featuring a new damage and repair system.

Features 3 Interior Trims, optional Robust Bumper, various customization points, and special paintjobs.

Includes 3 Cabin Options, 3 Day Cab Chassis options, 5 Sleeper Chassis options, 5 Engine options, and 4 transmission options.

The DAF XD truck is now available at in-game DAF Trucks Dealership with various customization options.

The West Balkans DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2 has been released, featuring new countries, cities, and scenic routes.

A community event initiated to drive 300,000,000 kilometers while delivering cargo to or from cities in the West Balkans and Road to the Black Sea DLC.

Upgraded weather visual effects including visible lightning during thunderstorms.

Introduced a new damage system with three types of damage: standard, parts wear, and permanent wear.

Used trucks are now available in the main menu with a detailed breakdown of their condition.

Added the Moon back to the night sky along with dynamic stars and HDR skyboxes for richer colors.

Players can now use key combinations and differentiate between short and long key presses for actions.

Introducing the upcoming DLC that features the captivating landscapes of Greece, including 14 cities and new depots.

The TIRSAN Trailer Pack DLC has been officially released for Euro Truck Simulator 2, featuring various trailer models.

The DLC offers many customization options for the new TIRSAN trailers.

Includes TIRSAN SCS Multiride, SRI Reefer, SKS Tipper, SPL Platform, SGH 40 feet Container Carrier, and SHF 20 feet Container Carrier.

Players can make informed choices about repairs and replacements or seek professional advice for maintenance.

Players can now purchase used trucks in the main menu, offering budget-friendly options with mileage and wear indicated by a star rating.

The damage system now categorizes parts into three types: Damage, Parts Wear, and Permanent Wear, affecting repair strategies.

The Moon has been integrated into the night sky, enhancing realism.

Night sky now features dynamic stars that gently twinkle.

Weather effects enhanced, including visible lightning in thunderstorms.

Skyboxes have been upgraded to HDR for richer colors.

A new, yet-to-be-named truck has been spotted, designed for both regional deliveries and highway stretches.

Join the Happy Hauloween World of Trucks event starting on October 24th, aiming for 1,000,000 deliveries of Halloween Treats cargo.

A new spooky yet jazzy Halloween themed trailer has been introduced for the event.

A new desktop theme matching the Halloween celebrations will be available during the event.

If the community goal of 1,000,000 deliveries is met, players who completed their personal goal will receive a Spooky Spider hanging toy.

Players must complete 13 deliveries of Halloween Treats cargo to achieve personal goals and earn rewards.

A Count Catula Plush cabin item will be awarded to players who complete their personal goal.

Players completing 13 deliveries will gain a unique World of Trucks Achievement.

Complete jobs using external contracts to or from Podgorica to earn Hermann's tortoise.

A special event allowing players to participate using West Balkans or Road to the Black Sea DLCs, featuring community and personal goals.

The West Balkans DLC introduces 30 new cities to explore, enhancing the game world.

Three new bundles including the Balkans Bundle, Baltic Bundle, and Mediterranean Bundle are now available on Steam.

Embark on a journey through 8 new countries and 14 explorable cities in the West Balkans.

Players must drive 300,000,000 km while delivering cargoes to or from cities in the West Balkans and Road to the Black Sea DLCs.

Discover 14 cities including Split and Belgrade, and drive through 30 vibrant towns.

Participate in a community goal to drive 300,000,000 km while delivering cargoes to or from cities in the West Balkans.

Complete deliveries to or from at least 15 unique cities in either the West Balkans or Road to the Black Sea DLCs.

Rewards include a hanging Dalmatian Pelican ornament and themed truck and trailer paint jobs for completing personal goals.

Experience stunning nature in Durmitor National Park and Bjeshkët e Nemuna National Park.

Explore unique depots for the aluminum industry, chemical factories, and oil wells, plus 3 industrial ports along the Danube.

Unlock cabin accessories and paint jobs with a West Balkans theme by completing deliveries.

Announcement of a special episode to showcase Krone's eTrailer technology.

A new trailer concept featuring an electrified axle that enhances performance and reduces emissions.

Players can apply the 'Mission Record Run' livery to their trailers and share on social media for a chance to win prizes.

Release of a unique paint job for Krone Trailers as a teaser for upcoming electrified content.

The cities of Ancona and Bari have been updated.

Loading process is around 6 times faster, with company directory loading 23 times faster.

A cap of 300 FPS has been placed to limit GPU usage when alt-tabbing.

Various bug fixes and code improvements to prepare for the West Balkans DLC.

Players can explore the newly added city of Trieste.

New routes for hauling large cargos across Serbia, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and North Macedonia.

Introduction of a virtual rendition of the Mont Blanc tunnel connecting Chamonix Valley and Aosta Valley.

Addition of the A40 and E25 roads for travel to and from Switzerland.

The West Balkans DLC will be released on October 19th, 2023.

The development team is addressing problems in the new region and surrounding areas to ensure smooth gameplay.

An official trailer showcasing the landscapes, cities, landmarks, and industries of the West Balkans DLC has been released.

Annual event to raise awareness about breast cancer through in-game activities and special paint jobs.

Special DLC released to support breast cancer awareness, with 100% of income going to charity.

Special DLC released to support breast cancer awareness, with 100% of income going to charity.

A large variety of road signage featuring different languages has been created for the West Balkans region.

Signs featuring bilingual texts or two different alphabets can be found on navigation and toll signage.

Players can haul deliveries of new vehicles, including cars and vans, across Europe.

New industry allows players to haul completed caravans from assembly factories across Europe.

New loads created in connection with new industries in the West Balkans DLC, available to all players.

Drivers can haul aluminium ingots and profiles from production points to various industries.

Improvements made to the world economy and route access topology.

Various bug fixes and data cleanups have been implemented to prepare for the West Balkans DLC.

Players can now explore the newly added city of Trieste.

The cities of Ancona and Bari have been updated.

The iconic Danube River flows through the heart of the West Balkans, passing by cities like Belgrade and Novi Sad.

The upcoming West Balkans DLC introduces various water bodies, including rivers and lakes, enhancing the scenic beauty of the region.

Players will encounter bridge signage displaying the names of rivers, adding authenticity to the driving experience.

The Neretva River, along with a nearby hydroelectric power plant, adds to the realism of the West Balkans region.

Introducing the Modern Lines Paint Job Pack DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2, featuring six new customizable paint jobs for trucks and trailers.

Nearby areas have been reworked to accommodate the new content, improving overall navigation.

A couple of new landmarks have been added in Ancona and Bari to enhance the travel experience.

New ferries for transportation have been added in both Ancona and Bari to connect with the upcoming West Balkans DLC.

Announcement of the upcoming TIRSAN Trailer Pack for Euro Truck Simulator 2, showcasing progress and collaboration with TIRSAN.

First gameplay preview from the upcoming West Balkans DLC featuring scenic routes in Albania and Tirana.

The West Balkans DLC features a network of over 60 unique tunnels located primarily in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

New assets representing safety signage and technology in tunnels, including traffic lights and emergency phones, have been added.

The DLC includes recreations of well-known tunnels such as the Karawanks tunnel and the Supava and Polakovica tunnels.

Introduced various types of rest areas, from small lay-bys to larger areas with amenities.

Enhanced visuals of gas stations with local Balkan flair.

Added several companies operating fuel stations in the West Balkans, including NADA, APUS OIL, and BTS Petrol.

Added dedicated Truck Stops and rest areas for drivers to unwind and sleep.

Implemented a new system for gas stations allowing for more spacing options and dynamic layouts.

Introducing the West Balkans DLC featuring new gas stations, truck stops, and rest areas.

Visit Tirana with colorful architecture and access to the Grand Park of Tirana via Rruga Teodor Keko.

Discover Pristina's mix of tradition and progress, with routes through busy areas like Kodra e Trimave.

Explore Sarajevo with landmarks and a central road network including Obala Kulina bana and Zmaja od Bosne.

Upcoming DLC featuring detailed cities including Sarajevo, Tirana, and Pristina with central road networks.

New street art added to enhance the vibrancy and realism of the West Balkans region.

New UI window for tracking map exploration by country.

Sliders now show numerical values for easier settings adjustments.

Updated trailers for transporting various vehicles in the in-game economy.

UI overhaul for the control selection setup window.

Collect and view cities visited along with city intro cutscenes.

New depots for picking up and dropping off cargo and trailers.

New structure allows creation of a single MOD for multiple DLCs.

New Anti-Lock Braking System and Traction Control features added to gameplay options.

Reworked cities of Hamburg, Travemunde, Kiel, and Rostock with new road networks and landmarks.

Explore various historical and modern landmarks in the upcoming West Balkans DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2.

A food processing company brand designed to evoke nostalgia, featuring a logo with ecological elements.

A light industrial company brand emphasizing scientific motifs in its logo design.

A new river port brand created for the West Balkans DLC, designed with a modern and minimalistic approach.

A redesigned logo for the Balkan Loco railway company, focusing on minimalism and suitability for branding.

A heavy industry brand with a logo representing strength and stability through complementary metal pieces.

A hypermarket chain brand designed to evoke warmth and comfort, featuring a sun symbol in the logo.

A vehicle company brand with a logo symbolizing grace and lightness, inspired by the seagull.

A building material storage brand with a logo that combines construction and floral elements.

A new furniture factory brand designed for the West Balkans DLC, featuring a logo that incorporates pillow shapes.

A sawmill brand featuring a logo inspired by the shape of a log, designed to convey power and prestige.

A shuttling company brand with a space theme, featuring a logo that includes a space shuttle.

Accessories include tool boxes, side protection guards, water tank, extinguisher, spare tire racks, mudflaps, rear fenders, and rear doors.

Includes Bulk Master, Strong Master, Weight Master, Curtain Master, Dropside Master, and Dry Master trailers.

The Wielton Trailer Pack DLC is now available, featuring 6 new trailer types and various customization options.

Tradeshows-worthy paint jobs available for selected trailers in the Wielton Trailer Pack.

Reworked cities include Hamburg, Winsen, Travemunde, Kiel, and Rostock with new road networks and landmarks.

New functionality to view visited cities and replay city intro cutscenes in the Gallery.

New ability for MOD creators to create a single MOD for multiple DLCs.

New gameplay options for Anti-Lock Braking System and Traction Control to assist drivers.

New UI window for tracking map exploration by country with flags and exploration breakdown.

Revisiting and reworking trailers used for transporting vehicles like cars and SUVs.

Addition of numerical display next to sliders in options for easier settings management.

Introduction of a new factory allowing contracts from two new depots for cargo and trailer deliveries.

UI overhaul of the input wizard for a more modern and user-friendly design.

Koper features a port with a car shipping depot for vehicle import/export.

Introducing new cities along the Adriatic Sea including Koper, Rijeka, Zadar, Split, and Durrës.

Zadar includes a large warehouse, logistic depots, and a marina for deliveries.

Rijeka offers a logistics port and beautiful views from the highway.

Split features a vibrant waterfront and a local logistics industry.

Durrës offers stunning views and local ports for deliveries along the coastline.

Hamburg receives a completely new look, including an expanded size and new landmarks.

New depots, including an IKA depot and Load Unload Plaza, have been added for efficient cargo operations.

The city of Kiel has been completely transformed with new roads, a residential area, and a shopping zone.

The port area has been redesigned, featuring a shipyard depot with landmark vessels and submarines.

The garage in Kiel has been moved closer to the shore for better views and convenience.

A new driving route through a residential area leading to a bustling shopping zone has been added.

Two new depots for delivering cargo and picking up trailers added within the Feldbinder factory area.

Introduction of Winsen town and the Feldbinder factory, available for owners of the Feldbinder DLC in the upcoming 1.48 update.

A small part of the surrounding suburb of Winsen has been recreated for players to drive through.

Experience the challenging alpine roads of Switzerland with winding paths and dangerous heights.

Announcement of TIRSAN trailers, a leading manufacturer of high-quality trailers for commercial use, being added to the game.

The highly anticipated MAN TG3 TGX is now available in-game with various customization options.

Includes 3 cabin sizes, 6 chassis types, 8 transmissions, and 9 engine options up to 640hp.

New technology that increases the driver’s field of vision with exterior cameras and includes a blindspot detector.

Options for 3 interior trims, 7 seat variants, 2 steering wheel options, and 2 carpet options.

Rostock has been rebuilt with a new layout, including logistics and historical areas.

A new factory depot designed specifically for the Rostock port has been introduced.

A new railway terminal depot located under the ferry at Rostock port has been added.

A newly constructed harbor area with a marina depot has been added.

Complete rebuild of Zurich, incorporating modern tools and techniques for enhanced detail.

New industries including a car dealership, train loading depot, and electronics factory for job deliveries.

Improved road network featuring iconic bridges, intersections, and highway junctions.

Introduction of landmarks such as the Prime Tower, Zurich Museum, and Hardbrucke.

Trams introduced as additional vehicles sharing the road with trucks and cars.

Introduction of the oil well industry in Albania, featuring a new depot and delivery contracts.

Players can look forward to an array of modern highways, including recently opened routes.

New smaller roads serving communities, towns, and villages across the West Balkans.

New infrastructure elements such as bridges, roundabouts, tunnels, and level crossings.

New roads that lead through larger cities, allowing access to urban centers.

Introducing the West Balkans DLC featuring new road networks across 8 countries.

Inclusion of detailed road signage across all countries in the DLC.

New UI feature to display changelogs and previous updates.

Players can now haul their own Gas Cisterns with various customization options.

Additional features for the editor have been introduced.

Players can now teleport to any service station after an economy reset.

New cutscenes added for starting cities in the Road to the Black Sea DLC.

Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Nurnberg, and Erfurt have been completely reworked with new landmarks and road networks.

New feature that adjusts speed and applies brakes to avoid collisions.

The Career History UI has been refreshed to provide more detailed statistics.

Procedurally generated small bumps added to roads for a more realistic driving experience.

New purchasable livestock trailers for transporting cattle and pigs are now available.

The A9 road will be added in a future update, details to be shared in a separate blog post.

Rework of Switzerland with new roads and stunning landscapes in the Alps, including three routes: Great St. Bernard Pass, Gotthard Pass, and Val Mesolcina valley.

The DLC will feature specific assets and landmarks unique to cities in the West Balkans region.

Introduction of diverse architectural styles in the West Balkans DLC, showcasing influences from Mediterranean to brutalist designs.

New UI feature showing changelogs and previous updates.

New cutscenes for starting cities in the Road to the Black Sea DLC.

New purchasable trailers for transporting cattle with customization options.

Reworked cities of Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Nurnberg and Erfurt with updated landmarks and road networks.

Procedurally generated bumps added to roads for a more realistic driving experience.

Players can choose to teleport to their HQ or a service station after an economy reset.

Updated UI for Career History with detailed statistics and delivery logs.

New features that adjust speed and apply brakes to avoid collisions.

New trailers for transporting dangerous gases with various customization options.

The Kreuz Fürth/Erlangen and Kreuz Nürnberg Süd interchanges have been updated.

Explore magnificent landmarks such as the Nuremberg Opera House, Main Railway Station, and Church of St. Lawrence.

The entire city of Nuremberg has been rebuilt from scratch, featuring a newly accessible part of the city center.

A brand new sawmill has been added to the north of the A6 motorway.

Adjacent sections of the A3 and A6 motorways have been redesigned for a smoother driving experience.

Trieste, a city in northeastern Italy, is being added to the base game, enhancing the world of Euro Truck Simulator 2.

The Valentine’s Paint Job Pack has been updated with styles used for the special event cargo.

The Valentine’s Day themed World of Trucks event has concluded with a community goal of 500,000 deliveries achieved.

Introducing 8 new countries in the West Balkans DLC, featuring diverse terrains and rich biodiversity.

Players can now transport cattle in their own customizable livestock trailers.

New customization options include left/right/front/rear body, markers, side protection plates/boxes, rear fenders, rear bumpers, and rear mudflaps.

Focus on the northern area of Erfurt, including residential buildings and industries for deliveries and pickups.

A nearby rural area will feature industries such as a farm and a concrete plant.

The city of Erfurt has been completely rebuilt from scratch, featuring a new road network and realistic layouts.

A new junction has been added to the road network in Erfurt to enhance realism.

New Valentine's themed trailers available for the event, laden with special event cargo.

Players must complete 14 deliveries of Valentine Presents cargo to achieve their personal goal.

Celebrate Valentine's Day by delivering heart felt Valentines Presents across all trucking territories with a community goal of 500,000 deliveries.

Community goal set to achieve 500,000 deliveries of Valentine Presents cargo.

Players can create matching paint jobs with their trucks using the Valentine's Paint Jobs Pack DLC.

If the community goal is met and players have completed their personal goal, they will receive a Box of Chocolate cabin item.

Players completing 14 deliveries will gain a unique World of Trucks Achievement and a Trucker Cupid hanging item.

New engine options for Scania trucks will be added in the future, featuring authentic sounds.

Samples gathered for three new Scania engines: 560HP Super, 590HP V8, and 770HP V8.

The city of Geneve has been rebuilt from scratch to better represent its architecture and surroundings.

The economy of Geneve has been recreated to include an industrial zone, agricultural area, railway terminal, chocolate factory, and shopping mall.

Players can now drive along Geneva lake, through the city center, and cross the Rhône river.

A new feature added to the Christmas event, with positive feedback from the community.

Players delivered Gifts across cities in Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator, achieving community goals.

The event allowed players to earn Texas themed in-game rewards by completing personal and community goals.

Announcement of the upcoming West Balkans DLC featuring 30 unique border crossings.

Introduction of various border control points in the West Balkans region, showcasing their unique characteristics.

A new custom airport cargo depot will be added in the reworked Frankfurt am Main.

The local airport in Frankfurt will be expanded, allowing players to drive through nearby parts and featuring new landmark buildings.

The city of Frankfurt am Main is receiving a complete rework, including new junctions, expanded city area, and additional depots.