In today's blog, we'd like to reach out to our #BestCommunityEver, as we're currently looking for an external Vehicle Preproduction Researcher to collaborate with our team on a paid, full-time basis or task-based cooperation. So if the idea of working with SCS Software sounds exciting to you, keep on reading for more details!

As you know, vehicles are at the core of what we do in Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. Every truck we bring into the game starts long before the modeling phase – with proper research. And that is exactly where we'd like to strengthen our team.

This role focuses on researching real-world vehicles and their components according to our internal specifications, verifying the accuracy of the information, and preparing clear, well-structured materials that our vehicle team can directly use. Beyond collecting data, it's also about understanding which details truly matter for a simulation game and what level of depth makes sense within the technical limits of our engine.

We are looking for someone who has hands-on experience with real vehicles, such as truck drivers, people working in logistics or the automotive industry, vehicle servicing professionals, or vehicle manufacturing specialists. If you've worked with trucks or heavy vehicles in real life and you understand how they function beyond just the surface, that's exactly the kind of background we're interested in. And of course, experience with our games is a huge plus!

If you are interested in this position and have the required background, you can apply and find more information about this role here[www.scssoft.com].

We're looking forward to seeing your applications and perhaps even finding our new colleague within our own community. Until next time, we'll see you on the road!

If you ever find yourself near Eskilstuna, Sweden, be sure to visit the Munktell Museum[munktellmuseet.com]! In this episode of SCS On The Road, we had the pleasure of doing just that after being invited by Volvo Construction Equipment[www.volvoce.com] for a guided tour of this remarkable museum.

Home to more than 90 exhibits, the museum showcases an impressive collection of machines that trace the rich heritage of Swedish industrial history - a fascinating experience for anyone interested in engineering or heavy machinery. And for the occasion, we had the very best guide imaginable: Jannicke Serneberg, Head of the Munktell Museum.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Volvo CE for the kind invitation and to Jannicke for the enthusiastic, insightful, and truly expert tour she gave us. Now, without further ado, let's watch the episode!

We hope you've enjoyed this glimpse inside the wonderful Munktell Museum! There's so much more to discover beyond what we've shared, so if you're a fan of impressive, heavy machinery and industrial history, be sure to add it to your must-visit list. Make sure to follow them on their Facebook[www.facebook.com] page for future news!

And if you would like to transport the Volvo CE machines in our games, you can check out the Volvo Construction Equipment DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2 here, and for American Truck Simulator here.

Don't forget to also give our X/Twitter, Instagram[www.instagram.com], Facebook[www.facebook.com], Bluesky[bsky.app], TikTok[www.tiktok.com], and YouTube a follow, as you'll receive updates about our games and new SCS On The Road episodes straight to your feed! Or subscribe to our newsletter[www.scssoft.com] to stay informed. See you on the road!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1662380/American_Truck_Simulator__Volvo_Construction_Equipment/

Excited to get truckin' in The Coyote State? This post is for you! Today, we're happy to share a look at some of the Custom Depots you'll be delivering cargo to and from in our upcoming South Dakota DLC for American Truck Simulator. Let's hit the road!

Unlike standard prefabs, these depots have been carefully assembled by our map designers using a variety of assets, giving each one a distinct look and feel. Many of them are based on real-world locations, which perhaps some of you might recognise if you live locally or visit South Dakota often.

On your travels, you’ll quickly see just how central farming is to South Dakota’s identity. As the 13th largest agricultural exporting state, there’s certainly no shortage of work to be done! Our talented map and asset teams have recreated farms found across the state to represent this important industry in-game.

One thing we couldn’t miss adding alongside these custom farm depots was the Great Plains Shelterbelt. This large-scale windbreak project began in the 1930s in response to the Dust Bowl, when millions of trees were planted in long belts across the Plains to reduce wind speeds and combat soil erosion.

For farms, the Shelterbelt play an important role, in helping to protect exposed agricultural soils, shielding buildings and livestock from harsh prairie winds, and even improving growing conditions by reducing moisture loss. With only around 4% of South Dakota covered in forest, these purposeful lines of trees stand out across the open landscape, becoming both a practical tool for farmers and an iconic part of the region’s rural scenery. 

Farming ain't the only big business in town, though! In the Black Hills, you’ll discover a region rich in history and natural beauty. Best known for its Gold Rush era, natural hot springs and historic railway, this area offers a completely different feel compared to the open plains. It’s also home to carefully managed timber operations that form another part of South Dakota’s working landscape, and one which is represented by our custom depots! 

While timber harvesting does take place in the Black Hills, much of the area is protected as National Forest, meaning forestry work is highly regulated and carried out on a smaller scale. Rather than focusing on one specific real world site, our timber depot captures the spirit of these operations, representing the industry as it exists within this unique and historic region.

It's not just what's above ground, but also below! This upcoming DLC will also feature a Quarry in Sioux Falls which is uniquely located within the city, and surrounded by highways and the suburbs. Here, they extract hard metamorphic rock and pink quartzite used in construction, one which has helped shape much of Sioux Falls’ architecture.

Across South Dakota, you'll also spot a familiar sight, Grain Elevators! These specialized agricultural facilities store and handle large quantities of harvested crops. Standing tall as iconic landmarks across the prairie, you won’t travel far without seeing one, and we’re sure you’ll make quite a few deliveries to and from them as well.

Liked what you read today? There's more to come! We look forward to sharing even more from this upcoming DLC for American Truck Simulator in the future, right here on our blog. If you're excited to be haulin' in the Mount Rushmore State, be sure to add South Dakota to your Steam Wishlist, your support means a lot to us. Until next time, happy haulin’!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3749870/American_Truck_Simulator__South_Dakota/

With the arrival of March, our Hearts in Bloom[blog.scssoft.com] World of Trucks[www.worldoftrucks.com] event has officially come to a close. Throughout most of February, we celebrated the spirit of Valentine's Day with this special event, and now, it's time to take a moment to wrap things up and dive into some of the event's stats!

As always, we'd like to thank all the 168,414 truckers who participated and helped make it such a wonderful experience, as well as the dedicated team behind this event!

The community set out to complete 600,000 deliveries of Valentine's Presents across Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator - and we're thrilled to say you crushed that goal in just over a week from the event's launch! In total, our incredible #BestCommunityEver delivered 1,257,426 Valentine's Presents cargoes and, in the process, traveled a remarkable 533,701,879 kilometres - beating last year's Valentine event in both milestones!

Congratulations to the 62,370 players who achieved the personal goal of completing 14 Valentine's Presents deliveries! Since the community goal was reached as well, you've earned a special World of Trucks achievement, along with two lovely cabin accessories for both games, designed by our team - the Hearts Blanket and Cupid's Cap.

We hope you have enjoyed hauling some love, and we look forward to seeing you on the road with your cabin decorated with these rewards. You can claim them in the Events page on your World of Trucks[www.worldoftrucks.com] profile.

Don't forget to give our X/Twitter, Instagram[www.instagram.com], Facebook[www.facebook.com], Bluesky[bsky.app], and TikTok[www.tiktok.com] a follow, as you'll receive news from our games straight to your feed, or subscribe to our newsletter[www.scssoft.com] to stay informed. Until next time, happy haulin'!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/588600/American_Truck_Simulator__Valentines_Paint_Jobs_Pack/

Star Nation is back! We’re thrilled to once again team up with our good friends at Western Star to offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to members of the American Truck Simulator community. This year, two lucky virtual truckers will win an all-expenses-paid trip to Oregon, USA, to take part in the Star Nation Experience 2026[www.westernstartrucks.com], an unforgettable trip filled with outdoor activities, the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a real Western Star truck, and so much more.
Excited? Before we get into the details of how you can apply, let us first share with you what the event is all about! 

The Star Nation Experience is a four-day adventure unlike any other in the trucking industry, taking place between June 5-8, 2026. It’s packed with world-class dining and unforgettable experiences, including whitewater rafting, the X-Series Ride & Drive Challenge at the Madras Proving Grounds, and a Star Nation photo shoot in the mountains. You’ll even have the chance to rub shoulders with Western Star’s engineers and product teams. It's the ultimate prize for any American Truck Enthusiast!

It’s an opportunity you don’t want to miss, but don’t just take our word for it! Watch our SCS On The Road - Star Nation Experience 2025 & 2024 episodes and follow our previous years winners, along with members of the SCS Software team, as they share their stories and experiences from this epic adventure. Take a watch below!

In addition to the awesome activities that await you, you'll also get to meet Oscar, Nemiro, and Beny from our team here at SCS Software, who will be attending as well! They’ll be filming this epic experience for a future SCS On The Road episode to share with our community & posting photos and updates live from Star Nation throughout the event, so be sure to follow us on our social media channels!

If you read this far, you must be eager to know how you can be in with a chance of being a part of this epic experience. However, there are a few important details you need to know before applying. We strongly advise you to review Western Star's Terms and Conditions, read the FAQ, and thoroughly examine the application form as there are specific limitations for applicants. 

You can find the T&C's[dtnacontent-dtna.prd.freightliner.com] here, and the FAQs here[dtnacontent-dtna.prd.freightliner.com]! 

This opportunity is exclusively to all legal residents of the fifty (50) United States, District of Columbia and Canada (except for the Province of Quebec) who are 21 years of age or older at the time of entry. Whilst a having an active Commercial Driving Licence is not an entry requirement, some activities do require a CDL to participate. Western Star Trucks will then select two winners from applicants who meet all requirements.

Ready to submit your entry? Click here to be taken to the official Western Star Trucks website to enter.[www.westernstartrucks.com] We wish you the best of luck! 

We look forward to spending a fun-filled few days at Star Nation 2026. Be sure to keep a close eye on Western Star's Facebook[www.facebook.com], Instagram,[www.instagram.com] YouTube and Newsletter[www.westernstartrucks.com] for the latest Star Nation news, and our X[x.com], Bluesky[bsky.app], Instagram [www.instagram.com]and Facebook[www.facebook.com] for more updates. Until then, keep on truckin'!

For more than 60 years, Bobcat[www.bobcat.com] has been building compact equipment used by individuals, workers, and businesses across countless industries. Today, we’re excited to announce that drivers in American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2 can now deliver Bobcat equipment across our virtual worlds, supplying in-game industries with the Bobcat Cargo Pack.

Since the late 1950s, they’ve been building compact, hardworking machines designed to get the job done in tight spaces, on tough terrain, and in demanding conditions. They are best known for creating the world's first skid-steer loader, a machine that has become an absolute icon on construction sites worldwide. 

It’s only fitting that this legendary piece of equipment takes centre stage in this cargo pack, representing Bobcat’s spirit of versatility, power, and practicality.
Alongside the iconic skid-steer loader, the Bobcat Cargo Pack also brings a selection of machines commonly seen across a range of industrial areas and businesses. From excavators and wheel loaders used on construction sites to forklifts, telehandlers, and support equipment found in depots and farms, these cargoes reflect the everyday work Bobcat machines are trusted to handle.
Every cargo included in this DLC has been created using detailed reference materials and technical information collected and provided during our collaboration, making sure each machine looks and feels right when loaded up on your trailer. The Bobcat Cargo Pack DLC features a variety of equipment from Bobcat's product lineup, giving drivers plenty of new job contracts on the road. This includes:

• Agricultural Telehandler - Bobcat TL30.70 

• Compressor - Bobcat PA12.7v 

• Excavator - Bobcat E60 

• Forklift - Bobcat D30

• Mini Excavator (Electric) - Bobcat E10e 

• Skid-Steer Loader - Bobcat S86

• Wheel Loader - Bobcat L95

In addition to these new cargoes, this DLC also includes a set of Bobcat branded cabin accessories. These include work gloves, a black hard cap, a hard hat, a polo shirt, and a reflective safety vest. Inspired by real world workwear featuring the Bobcat logo, they are the perfect addition to any hardworking trucker’s cabin, and a great reminder that safety always comes first on the job!
Hauling in both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator? Don't miss out on our special Steam bundle. The Bobcat Cargo Pack Bundle lets you purchase this DLC for both games with a 50% discount, meaning you can get both for the price of one! You can find the bundle available now on Steam here. But that's not all! We’re also preparing a special upcoming episode of our SCS On The Road series, where our team visits Bobcat’s production facility located in Czechia. It’s a behind the scenes look we’re really excited about, so keep an eye out for that episode coming soon on our official YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe here.

This DLC would not have been possible without the help and support from the team at Bobcat. We want to give a huge shoutout and sincere thank you to everyone who we worked with closely from the very beginning, sharing references, expertise, and feedback to help us bring these legendary machines into the virtual trucking world.
We hope you enjoy the Bobcat Cargo Pack DLC, and we'd love to see your photos and videos from your first deliveries hauling them! Be sure to tag us in your posts, as we will be sure to share some of them across our social media channels. Until next time, happy haulin' and keep on trucking! 

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4348660/https://store.steampowered.com/app/4348650/Euro_Truck_Simulator_2__Bobcat_Cargo_Pack/

Fresh news from the Prairie State just got delivered! In today's blog, we would like to show you how we are progressing with the Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator by showcasing a selection of settlements you will discover in this state, so let's dive in.

Apart from the big cities where you will often deliver cargo to and from, you will also encounter these smaller towns on the road. Our map designers are putting together a total of 11 settlements for Illinois, and today, we are showing you a selection of them.

Monmouth is one of the first towns you will discover when driving from Iowa into Illinois, located near the state line in western Illinois, northwest of Peoria[blog.scssoft.com]. Established in 1831, it serves as the county seat of Warren County. The local economy is rooted in agriculture, and the town is well known for hosting annual maple and beef festivals that celebrate its rural heritage. In the game, Monmouth will be easy to recognize thanks to its beautiful historic landmarks, including the Warren County Courthouse and Monmouth City Hall.

Continuing south along Route 67, you'll arrive in Macomb, the county seat of McDonough County, established in 1829. The town is perhaps best known for "Macombopoly", the world's largest game of its kind, featuring oversized game pieces displayed around the lawn of the McDonough County Courthouse. The installation pays tribute to the classic board game and its inspiration, which was created by one of the town's residents. To reflect this unique piece of local history, a recreation of the courthouse, along with one of the statues that commemorates this connection, has been included in the map.

At the junction of Interstate 39 and Route 24 lies the small town of El Paso, home to just over 2,000 residents. In the past, El Paso served as an important railroad hub. Its local freight depot became historically significant and, following the decline of rail transport, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In later years, the depot was transformed into an archbishop center, which is now a distinctive local landmark that has also been recreated in the game.

Chenoa, located in McLean County, is one of the towns along the historic Route 66. In recognition of this iconic highway, the game features a roadside attraction inspired by its real-world counterpart in Chenoa, paying tribute to the legendary route. Farther along the road, you'll also spot a recreation of a small historic red wooden house, which today operates as a gift shop.

Continuing on Route 24 from Chenoa, you will arrive in the town of Gilman. Being located on the intersection of Interstate 57, Route 24, and Route 45, it has been nicknamed "The City of the Crossroads", which is also reflected on its welcome sign in the real world and our game as well.

In the western part of the state lies the city of Beardstown, historically known as the "Belle of the Bend" because of its prominent location on a curve of the Illinois River. The town's characteristic name comes from its founder, Thomas Beard, who settled there in 1819, when he built a log cabin at the edge of the river, from which he traded with the local native Americans and ran a ferry.

If you like this preview of the Illinois DLC, make sure to add this map expansion to your Steam wishlist! Don't forget to stay tuned for more American Truck Simulator news by following us on our X/Twitter, Facebook[www.facebook.com], Instagram[www.instagram.com], Threads[www.threads.com], Bluesky[bsky.app], and YouTube. We would also really appreciate it if you could sign up for our newsletter[www.scssoft.com]. Until next time, happy haulin'!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3486960/American_Truck_Simulator__Illinois/

We’re back with a brand new episode of our SCS On The Road series! Last year, we had the privilege of visiting and taking a look around Veteráni na Truc[veteraninatruc.cz], a local Czech company specialising in importing, selling, and servicing heritage and classic cars, as well as American vehicles, in Czechia. Here, we had the opportunity to get up close to some truly iconic machines, including the legendary 1969 Dodge Charger!

The Dodge Charger is an iconic American muscle car, instantly recognisable thanks to its bold fastback design and unmistakable presence on the road. Powered by a range of legendary V8 engines, this classic car has become a symbol of raw performance, leaving a lasting mark on automotive history and popular culture alike. So, for us to have the opportunity to see one up close in our home country was something quite special! We couldn’t leave without taking the time for a walk-around of this legend and sharing it with you.

We’d like to extend a big thank you to the brothers Ondřej and Jiří Truc, Jan Lancinger and the fantastic team at Veteráni na Truc, for welcoming us, sharing their storiy, and allowing us to record it for you. What started as a family passion has grown into a well-known Czech specialist in classic, heritage, and American cars, with a strong focus on preserving automotive history, much of which you’ll hear about in this episode.

Of course, there was some important work to be done too, as we also spent time capturing valuable reference material, including video footage and authentic vehicle sounds from their collection for our upcoming American Truck Simulator Road Trip DLC!

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to show some love to Veteráni na Truc and the amazing work they do! We highly recommend checking out their website here[veteraninatruc.cz], and following them on social media channels (Facebook[www.facebook.com], Instagram[www.instagram.com], YouTube), where they regularly share photos of their vehicles, restoration projects, and behind-the-scenes insights from their workshop. 

We’ve got plenty of SCS On The Road episodes planned and lined up for 2026, so be sure to subscribe to our official YouTube channel so you don’t miss any upcoming releases. Thank you for your continued support, likes, and comments and we look forward to seeing you on the road again soon!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3793190/American_Truck_Simulator__RAM__Dodge_Car_Pack/

For more than a decade, the Route Advisor has been a constant companion on the road. It’s been with many of you for thousands of hours, countless deliveries, and more than a few white-knuckle parking attempts. Changing something so familiar is never a small decision, and it’s not one we took lightly.

So before we talk about what changed, we want to start with the most important question:
Why did we change the Route Advisor at all? 

Over the years, the core truck driving experience has grown deeper and more detailed. Trucks gained more systems. Driving assists became more nuanced. Screens got smaller for some players, larger for others, and control methods expanded from keyboards to wheels and gamepads.

The original Route Advisor did an incredible job for a long time, but it was reaching a point where it could no longer grow without becoming cluttered, unclear, or restrictive. Adding more and more information into a single panel meant compromises: hidden states, missing feedback, and tab switching while driving.

Our goal with the new Route Advisor was not to change how you enjoy truck driving. It was to make sure the information you need while driving is:

• Clear

• Immediate

• Unambiguous

• Adaptable to how you play

 What you’re seeing now is the foundation of that change.

From One Panel to Many: A Widget-Based Advisor

Instead of one compact panel trying to do everything, the new Route Advisor is built from individual widgets, each with a single, clear purpose.

This shift lets us do three important things for truck drivers:

1. Show more driving-critical information without crowding

2. Give clear feedback on what your truck is actually doing

3. Let you decide what stays on screen, and what doesn’t

Each widget can be enabled or disabled independently, and you can choose whether it appears:

• in the interior view

• the exterior view

• both

• or not at all

If you want a minimal, immersive screen, great. If you want more at-a-glance feedback, also great. Furthermore, F3 remains as before to switch off all UI elements with notifications still being shown.

Driving-Critical Information, Front and CentreOne of our biggest focuses was improving feedback while driving, especially information that previously was missing, unclear, or only available in limited views.

What is now more visible and easier to read:

• Speed

• Selected gear

• Fuel status

• Time to rest 

What is now displayed for the first time:

• Engine RPM

• Exact time until rest is required

• Time remaining to complete a delivery

• Truck systems indicators

This information is available whether you’re driving from the cabin or using an exterior camera, so you’re never guessing what your truck is doing.
Clear Feedback on Truck Systems

Modern trucks rely on many active systems, but until now, it wasn’t always obvious which ones were on, off, or partially engaged. 

The new Indicators widget provides immediate visual feedback for systems such as:

• Cruise control (including its settings)

• Engine brake and retarder levels

• Lane assist and lane departure warning

• Lights, high beams, hazards, beacons

• Parking brake, trailer brake, differential lock

• Wipers and air brake pressure

Icons appear only when systems are active, keeping the screen clean while ensuring nothing important is hidden.

A Better Way to Understand DamageDamage feedback has also been reworked.

Previously, damage was shown mainly as percentages, but those numbers didn’t always explain what that damage actually meant. Now, instead of an abstract value, the UI shows when a system is damaged enough to start malfunctioning.

In other words:

• You don’t just know that something is damaged

• You know when new damage occurs, with the change clearly highlighted

• You know when it will start affecting how your truck behaves

This gives clearer feedback and a better sense of urgency, without unnecessary distraction.

Notifications That Inform Without OverwhelmingNotifications now live in a dedicated area of the screen and are colour-coded by importance: 

• Alerts

• Warnings

• Announcements

Only one notification appears at a time, helping you stay informed without flooding your view. This also prevents important messages from fighting for attention in multiple places.
Automatic Parking, Refined 

Automatic parking assistance has been redesigned to be less intrusive and more optional.

Instead of repeated reminders in a distracting block of text, it now appears as a small, dedicated widget (highlighted below) that subtly communicates the option clearly, and can be disabled entirely by experienced drivers who don’t need it.

The Role of the Quick Info MenuSome information has been intentionally moved away from the live driving HUD to reduce distraction:

• Detailed job information

• Damage percentages

• Vehicle adjustments and services

This information is now centralised in the Quick Info menu, alongside:

• Control references

• Easier access to settings

• Photo mode

• Widget Options 

• Local regulations

The intent here is separation:

• Driving HUD → what you need while driving

• Quick Info menu → deeper context and configuration

This Is a Foundation, Not a Final StepWe want to reassure everyone that the new Route Advisor will continue to be improved.

Additional widgets, refinements, and customisation options are all possible because of this new foundation, and we intend to get this right, for everyone.

Looking Ahead

Change is always hardest at first, especially when it touches something as familiar as the Route Advisor. We understand the community’s concerns, the strong reactions, and the passion behind them. That passion about our game is exactly why we care so deeply about getting this right. Our commitment is simple:

• Preserve the heart of truck driving

• Improve clarity, driving awareness, and immersion

• And keep making this system better with you, not without you

Thank you for taking the time to read this and share your thoughts, and for continuing to travel on this incredible journey with us and the game we all love.

We’ll see you on the road.