SCS Software introduces some of the city landmarks in the ETS 2 Nordic Horizons DLC through a blog post. You can add this Northern Scandinavia map expansion, expected to release in 2025, to your Steam wishlist.

Along your journey through the northernmost part of Europe, you will come across plenty of historical buildings, beautiful sculptures, and other stunning structures. One of them is the Gävle Theater, a hallmark of Swedish theater architecture. Located in the heart of Gävle, a charming port town on Sweden’s east coast, this historic building was completed in 1878 and remains a testament to the city’s cultural heritage.

On the shores of the vast lake of Storsjön in Sweden’s midlands, you can come across the picturesque city of Östersund and its rådhus, or as we would call it, its city hall. The construction of this beautiful building, which was built in a national romantic style, began in 1909 and was finished three years later.

If you venture further north, you can spot the Akkats Hydroelectric Power Station, which is said to be the gateway to the “Great Lakes” and Laponia. This small dam is also a popular tourist destination as it is adorned with monumental paintings that symbolize the Sami lifestyle and culture.

Moving on to Finland, you can discover the Sea Eagle – Finnish Aviation Monument in the city of Vaasa on the west coast. This impressive statue symbolizes freedom and the spirit of flight and stands as a testament to the country’s rich aviation history.

In the Käpylä field alongside the National Highway 5, you can find roughly a thousand peat-headed characters standing still. The Silent People were created in 1988. What do you think is the meaning behind this art project? Well, you will have to figure it out yourself as the creator refuses to provide any answer, but it is a captivating sight nonetheless.

Another city landmark can be found in the middle of a roundabout in the Finnish city of Kuusamo which is located near the country’s eastern border. This sculpture is called The Surge and depicts a powerful wave.

Let’s go back to Sweden for a bit. Talented map designers have also recreated the beautiful Umeå City Church. It can be found in the center of the city. The church was inaugurated in 1894 in a place where two other churches were destroyed previously in history.

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Hotel Resorts

In ETS2’s Greece DLC, we will be able to deliver to five special hotel depots while traveling. To provide insights into the development process, Adrien, who is in charge of the project, says, “All of the hotels in this DLC are based on real locations, and each one is unique.” Players will also be able to find the real-life counterparts of these hotels. However, one hotel reference located in Rhodes had to be moved to Lesbos due to size limitations. The biggest challenge in this project was that custom depots were a new technology for ETS2. This was mentioned in previous blog posts. At the time, they didn’t have the advanced procedures they use today and learned a lot throughout the process.

Adrien continues his explanation. Researching hotels and selecting specific locations was particularly challenging because some locations lacked the necessary space for gameplay. To address this, they had to adjust the designs to ensure there was enough room for parking spots of varying difficulty levels while preserving the scenic charm of Greek hotels. Additionally, when designing the hotels, they focused on making the challenging parking spots even more difficult compared to other depots.

BIG in Greece

Special Transport operations are expanding! Drivers looking for speciality work in the Greece DLC will be pleased to know that oversized loads will be on offer in the Job Market.

Special Transport DLC owners will find contracts on offer between the following cities:

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Last time they introduced the coastal cities and the cities on the islands. You can find the cities of Athens, Patra and Thessaloniki in this article. Road to the Black Sea and West Balkans DLCs add 6 different border gates to be connected.

Embark on an exciting journey, our upcoming DLC adventure is here! This time, brace yourselves to traverse the captivating landscapes of Greece, where every route unveils the country’s breathtaking beauty and rich history. Explore the charm of inland Greece and discover enchanting islands, with approximately 14 cities waiting to be discovered. Picture yourself cruising through postcard-perfect villages, navigating winding roads, and passing iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the centuries-old tapestry of Greek culture.

But there’s more to this adventure! Greece adds a fascinating dimension to your trucking experience, introducing hotel complexes and vibrant cotton farms as new depots. Get ready for a journey that goes beyond the ordinary, celebrating the sun-kissed coastlines and cultural wonders of this Mediterranean gem. Your trucking adventures are about to reach new heights!

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Kalamata 

Situated on the sun-soaked Peloponnese and famous worldwide for its olives, Kalamata offers visitors a perfect blend of history, stunning coastal scenery, landmarks and vibrant local culture. With its lively waterfront and charming old town, truckers will have a hard time leaving! We hope you agree with us when we say our team has beautifully recreated this area, including its narrow streets and architecture.

Kalamata is also home to a variety of industries, including the marina, olive farms, and the supermarket, offering plenty of delivery destinations and job contracts for truckers. Drivers can also take advantage of the ferry connection to travel onward to Crete, one of the largest and most populous Greek islands.

Kavala

Founded in the seventh century BC, Kavala was chosen by settlers for its strategic coastal position at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Today, Kavala remains an important economic centre of Northern Greece. Among other industries, you’ll find ones unique to the area, including a Marble processing plant, which Kavala is famous for producing.

While Kavala may not be the largest city, it is certainly picturesque! Built on a hillside, the city’s most prominent feature is the Kavala Fortress, also known as the Acropolis of Kavala, which overlooks the city and harbour and has been beautifully recreated in this DLC. Drivers can also take a ferry from here to several islands in the northern Aegean Sea!

Mytilene

As one of Greece’s oldest cities, dating back to ancient times, Mytilene is rich in history, from its scenic coastline to its unique architecture and historical landmarks such as the Fortress of Mytilene. As one the largest castles in the Mediterranean, this incredible landmark covers an area of 60 acres!

You can read more about this city and the industries you can find there in detail in a previous blog post, which you can find here.

Argostoli

Located in the Ionian Sea, Argostoli is the capital of Kefalonia Island. Whilst it is not the biggest city, with just a population of 10,000 residents, it is rich in beauty and history! On this island, you’ll find a variety of industries, as well as landmarks like the De Bosset Bridge, which is the largest stone bridge in seawater and has existed since 1813.

On the Island of Kefalonia, you’ll also find the town of Lixouri, which has become an increasingly popular spot for visitors who are looking to get away from the more popular destinations.

Chios

This is a city you might already be familiar with! As featured in our recent Greece – Gameplay Preview video on our official YouTube channel, Chios offers a charming blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Drivers can cruise along its picturesque seafront and navigate the city’s narrow streets, taking in the stunning views that draw so many visitors.

You’ll find plenty of other natural gems, as well as industries to deliver to and from on the island! We encourage you to explore it all and discover what’s around the corner!

Rhodes

Arguably one of the top tourist destinations in Europe, Rhodes is home to ancient and medieval sites, including The Medieval Old Town, which is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Whilst trucks are certainly not allowed near the old town, you will certainly see it from a distance! Drivers can also enjoy views of the Zefyros Beach on their travels.

On the Island, you’ll also come across other towns and settlements, including Faliraki, known for its long sandy beach and lively nightlife. Be sure to check it out as you explore Rhodes!

Heraklion and Chania

Located on the westernmost side of Crete, Chania is known for its blend of Venetian, Ottoman, and Greek influences. Here, truckers can find historical landmarks, beautiful coastal views and a strong local economy! Due to its long history and rich culture, the region of Chania has maintained its traditional architecture, which is evident throughout the city. Truckers looking to visit this city can arrive via Ferry through the Port of Souda.

Drivers can also discover the capital city of Crete, Heraklion. As a major tourist destination in Greece, it is known for historical landmarks, museums and archaeological sites. Drivers travelling to Heraklion via Ferry will arrive at the Heraklion Port Passenger Station, which has been recreated in detail. Truckers looking for work in the area can also find several depots to deliver to and from.

SCS Software’s team has worked hard to authentically capture Greece’s diversity, beauty, landmarks, vegetation, and industries.

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Athens

The capital city of Greece is generally considered to be the birthplace of Western civilization with its recorded history spanning over 3,400 years. Athens occupies a wide coastal plain that slopes down towards the Aegean, surrounded by the mountainous reliefs of Parnitha Penteli and Mount Hymettus.

Its port Piraeus is the 2nd busiest passenger port in Europe and at the same time the 13th largest container port in the world which is why it will be a centerpiece in our representation of Athens in the game along with the Ministry of Shipping & Island Policy building. You will get there through a major intersection we recreated including tollgates in the northwestern part of the city where four major routes meet.

Of course, you can look forward to plenty of industries such as a car dealership, a marble quarry, an oil refinery, a food logistics warehouse, a port logistics warehouse, and a gas station. If you want to find out more about how Athens is being developed, you can read an interview with our map designer Aartee, who is in charge of putting together the capital city.

Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece. It lies in the northern part of the country but is still located on the coast in the Thermaic Gulf. Its founding has been dated all the way back to the 4th century BCE.

Truckers will enter the city close to the huge Thessaloniki KTEL Intercity Bus Station with its atypical and iconic round roof. Naturally, you will be able to deliver in and out of multiple industries in this city. We already showed you the huge cement plant in Thessaloniki, but you can also haul cargo to a local gas station, cotton processing depot, logistics warehouse, container port, metal steelworks, a few construction sites, and a big oil refinery in the northern part of town.

Patras

The third largest city in Greece is located in the northern part of Peloponnese, not far south of the iconic Rio-Antirrio Bridge, which is the largest bridge in this map expansion and will feature tollgates. Accompanying this bridge are historical fortresses on both sides of the coast – Antirrio Castle and Rio Fortress.

As with the previous cities, truckers will be able to drive to the port which plays an important part in the economy of the city. Regarding industries, you can deliver in and out of a supermarket, car dealership, logistic warehouse, building materials market storage, and a nursery.

Trailer

https://twitter.com/SCSsoftware/status/1855641570164486538

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The iconic and scenic water bodies meticulously redesigned by the SCS Software team for the American Truck Simulator – Missouri state map expansion were introduced in a blog post. The most notable of these is the Lake of the Ozarks, a large reservoir formed by damming the Osage River, which looks fantastic. Created by the Bagnell Dam, completed in 1931, this lake has a dragon shape when viewed from above and is located in the heart of Missouri, within the Ozark Mountains. It covers an impressive area of 54,000 acres (220 square kilometers). Another reservoir included on the map is the Harry S. Truman Dam and Reservoir, located just west of the Lake of the Ozarks along the Osage River. This vast body of water spans over 55,000 acres (225 square kilometers) and nearly matches the Lake of the Ozarks in surface area.

While crossing bridges in Missouri, we’ll also see various rivers and streams. In addition to iconic rivers like the Fox, Fabius, and Saint Francis, which feed into the mighty Mississippi River, we’ll encounter rivers like the Chariton, Grand, and Platte that wind toward the Missouri. Beyond these larger rivers, they’ve also added local beauties like the Weldon and Whetstone rivers, along with part of the Headwater Diversion Channel, and other small streams that enrich Missouri’s terrain.

Add it to your Steam Wishlist.

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SCS Software has released the first preview gameplay video for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 Greece DLC. With the open beta for update 1.53, border crossings and the necessary sectors for compatibility with the map were added. While the official release date has not been announced, everyone is hoping the Greece DLC will be released by mid-December.

The video starts near the Corinth Canal in Greece, crossing the Isthmus Bridge and heading toward Athens. The route follows the highway, turning towards the city of Piraeus. The city of Athens is discovered around the Thiva and Elefsina turn-offs, and while following the Elefsina road, it descends into the port area of Piraeus. As it approaches, we see many settlements, industrial facilities, and other developments. The truck then boards a newly added ferry, which has a newly designed 3D model. It arrives at the port on the island of Chios and heads towards Hotel Artemia. The roads leading to the hotel are impressive, and from its location, Turkey’s Çeşme Peninsula is visible.

Let’s also mention the map since it appears during the video. Active cities have been added to the islands near Turkey’s border, including Lesbos, Chios, Rhodes, Crete, and, in the upper left, Kefalonia. Corfu hasn’t been included, as it’s quite a small place, but it can still be seen from the mainland.

Watch the video!

Keep in mind that this DLC is not completely finished yet, so everything you see in the gameplay video preview is still a work in progress and does not represent the final product.

You can add your wishlists here.

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There’s a lot of speculation around the possibility of a Canada DLC for American Truck Simulator! With each new state expansion, SCS Software has been steadily growing the game’s map, but the recent 1.53 update caused a stir by adding some Canadian roads in British Columbia. Could this mean SCS is already working on a British Columbia DLC? It seems possible!

Now, before we get too excited, here’s the reality: we’ve only seen roads for Vancouver and Victoria in the map editor so far, along with a few Canadian road signs. Still, the thought of heading into Canada as we cross through the U.S. is definitely interesting. And really, why not Vancouver? Most of the 3D assets are already in place, and adding a few new traffic vehicles wouldn’t be much different from expanding with a new U.S. state. But aside from being able to cross into Canada from Washington, this might just be a typical map expansion. Also, if you’re exploring Montana, Canada’s Alberta province sits just above it!

Players are more excited by the gameplay mechanics that come with these maps than by the usual state expansions. Whether it’s Alaska or Canada, in the end, it’s still just a map. There’s little point in heading further north without seasons. The upper areas of British Columbia already have low population density. However, as with any smaller state, those areas will probably be included as well.

The ProMods Canada map mod already covered a significant area, including British Columbia. One reason for the ProMods team’s slowdown on their Canada project is being interpreted as SCS Software starting to work in this region.

On the SCS Software forum, a user named Brendan0620 shared some screenshots of certain roads.

Another user, Fynn1510, also posted a new image.

Here we are, approaching 2025, still talking about Canada’s potential based on just two simple roads added in the editor. Shouldn’t we be focusing on something more significant? You might find a lot to enjoy in a small, detailed 2 km² area, but even 100 km² of map might not capture that same thrill. In ATS and ETS 2, the focus has mostly been on map expansions and 3D model updates, which may not be enough to keep long-time players hooked.

If Canada – British Columbia does happen, it’ll undoubtedly look great. Talking about a release date, though, is premature since there hasn’t even been an announcement. We’ll see if the SCS team drops a hint about Canada in their holiday livestream. But it’s clear they’re up to something, which is completely normal. SCS Software’s CEO, Pavel Sebor, mentioned in an August 2023 stream that an expansion into Canada could be possible. Canada and the U.S. are close neighbors in every way, so adding a Canadian province instead of just another U.S. state makes sense. And let’s not underestimate the Canadian player base! Yes, “not to be underestimated” might be a bit of an understatement.

You’ve probably seen the California Rework project by now. They keep improving with each update, and Nevada and Arizona are next on the list. But beyond that… well, what’s next?

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American Truck Simulator – 1.53 update has been released in open beta. As part of the California Rework, Phase 4 offers a rework of a total of 10 cities, including Los Angeles and San Diego. The update includes the sliding tandems feature, smooth and automatic camera centering, a Special Transport speed limit update, and some UI improvements. SCS Software is also expanding log trailer support for dynamic cargo loading and unloading animations to other U.S. states.

You can provide feedback and report bugs in the section opened for 1.53 on the SCS forum.

California Rework – Phase 4

Phase 4 of the California Rework project focuses on the southern region of California and includes 10 cities, 3 of which are entirely new to the world of American Truck Simulator. Drivers working in this region can look forward to making deliveries to and from the cities of Bakersfield, Santa Maria, Oxnard, Mojave, Barstow, Indio, Blythe, Los Angeles, San Diego, and El Centro. Similar to previous phases, much of the original base map was removed and reworked entirely from the ground up including the cities’ surrounding areas.

The American Truck Simulator rework brings more realistic state highways, creating an incredible experience for American players. Since road networks are as important as cities, the SCS team has focused on reworking primary routes, including major coastal roads such as US-101, CA-1, and I-5. This area offers beautiful ocean views and is a route that was highly popular when ATS first launched. Additionally, other key routes like CA-58, CA-14, and CA-99, along with interstate highways I-10, I-15, I-40, and I-8, have been revamped. Some road connections to neighboring U.S. states have also been provided.

Dynamic Cargo (Un)loading Update

The dynamic cargo loading and unloading feature introduced with the 1.50 update is being expanded. Until now, we could use it with grain hopper trailers, chip van trailers, and log trailers. However, players could only experience this feature with the log trailer in Arkansas, but with the 1.53 update, they will be able to enjoy animated loading and unloading of logs in all U.S. states in the game.

Driving Academy Fifth Generation Cascadia

In the 1.53 update, The Fifth Generation Cascadia from Freightliner will be implemented into Driving Academy, brand new game module introduced in 1.52. This state-of-the-art truck is the newest addition to the ATS truck roster, and now you will have the option to try it out in various challenging scenarios in Driving Academy!

Options QoL improvement

Improvements continue in the options menu following the new interface update. When changing an option with a default value, players will now see a visual indicator whenever a setting is adjusted or moved from its default state. Options set away from their default values will now appear with a small indicator next to the setting, making it easier to identify which settings have been changed from the default.

Special Transport Update

Also updating the Special Transport DLC. As part of the California Rework project, added a new route for truckers to haul oversized cargo – between the rebuilt cities of Los Angeles and San Diego via I-5 route.

Sliding Tandems Update

In the 1.53 update, SCS Software also introducing a new sliding tandems feature. Previously, players could only set trailer axles in a fixed forward or rear position. Now, select trailers come with updated chassis, allowing players to slide the axles freely to optimize the weight distribution for their load.

But be cautious! To make this feature as realistic as possible, if the trailer’s rear axle’s distance exceeds 40 feet from the kingpin, you risk receiving a fine at California weigh stations and, in some cases, directly from the police.

Changelog 

Map

• California Rework – Phase 4 release

Gameplay

• Dynamic cargo loading & unloading of logs available throughout the USA
• New Special Transport route from Los Angeles to San Diego
• Raised speed limit for Special Transport jobs from 40 mph to 55 mph

• The new Fifth Generation Freightliner Cascadia® added to Driving Academy
• Fully functional sliding tandems and fines system

So enjoy all the new additions, but please remember: It’s only an open beta, not a stable public version – so you may encounter bugs, instability, or crashes. It’s completely okay if you want to wait for the final release. But if you’re interested in helping them to get there faster, we’ll appreciate all of your feedback on SCS’s forum and your bug reports in this section.

Please check SCS’s modding wiki to get details pertaining to mods for the game.

If you wish to participate in the open beta, you can find this version in the public_beta branch on Steam. The way to access it is as follows: Steam client → LIBRARY → right-click on American Truck Simulator  → Properties → Betas tab → public_beta → 1.53. No password is required. Sometimes you may have to restart your Steam client to see the correct branch name there.

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San Diego

Nicknamed “America’s Finest City,” San Diego has been completely rebuilt. They retained the best areas from the original version while adding new locations that were highly requested by the community. In San Diego, players will nearly reach the Mexican border as they drive on the I-5 or enjoy views of Snapdragon Stadium as they travel along the I-8. CA-905 will take you directly to the border, passing through a sprawling logistics warehouse district. Additionally, we’ll have the opportunity to cross the iconic Coronado Bridge and see San Diego from a whole new angle.

Los Angeles

The City of Angels, Los Angeles, was also redesigned from scratch, just like San Diego. While some areas from the original L.A. (rebuilt as well) were preserved, such as Santa Monica, the beginning of the I-10, and the major intersection of routes I-10, I-5, and US-101, many more iconic areas of Los Angeles were added. These include L.A. Airport, the L.A. River, Long Beach Pier, and the I-405, one of the busiest highways in the U.S., along with several other locations. Thanks to the excellent work of SCS Software’s 3D modelers and map designers, players will be able to discover numerous landmarks and logistics depots in the reworked city of Los Angeles.

With the 1.53 update, many California cities, including Los Angeles and San Diego, will be renewed.

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