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Greece - New Assets to Build the World WithApr 23, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsWe have another sneak peek of what the upcoming Greece DLC will look like! This time, we would like to share with you some of the new assets and building models you will encounter in this map expansion. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/2da3eff5be99ff0c241f3af356687c8b1bad1adf.jpg Keep in mind that these models showcased here are not the only new assets our map designers have been working on, and that this DLC is still a work in progress. Now without further ado, let's take a look at them! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/a5774493388ef13aa8ab471947565c680cbca3c9.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/468f5368707de411f7d68601c1a4e6b9de060409.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/c5a3e1d75367217e8075036d7b4ed43caabb45af.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/a35d346aff3c42f2da6da3f56655c0c2313fa8bc.jpg Our dedicated team of researchers, mappers, and asset designers have created over 150 brand-new Greek buildings, each one a unique gem in its own right. From cosy village cottages to bustling town shops and warehouses, the array of structures adds a splash of life and colour to the surroundings. What's more, most of these assets boast added variability, offering an array of different variations and colours. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/f7a3d50182bd01817d9dd931ed87568c795d9a30.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/5eedf8a48e0693496feac6e18bdd7cbd1852422f.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/4c26d2130239809a270af1768a5a49985d359d7d.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/0290917279904f8079db260b5f8f4cc86e7cfb8b.jpg But it doesn't end there! Alongside these architectural wonders, they've sprinkled in smaller new models like fences, walls, and delightful details such as benches, baskets, stalls, and twinkling lamps, ensuring that every corner is bursting with character and charm. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/d5e2d79d9db0bd99b55be8c7e57672e9507922ef.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/13fc4a404f8d1514fe60ae5ccf8b89c4c5efb8f8.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/2cb3ababbaf7e571c8007192e7c75a41692535e4.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/ccdd59f761265461c7a0b76c805469fe33748a76.jpg Just a friendly reminder: this DLC is still a work in progress, so there may be some changes to these models before the final release. If you are excited about the Greece DLC, make sure to add it to your Steam Wishlist! Stay tuned for more updates by following us on our Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2604420/Euro_Truck_Simulator_2__Greece/SCS On The Road - DAF MuseumApr 13, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsWe're back in Eindhoven, Netherlands, for another exciting episode of our SCS On The Road series! Join Nemiro and Henk Meeuwis as they take you through the amazing DAF Museum which shows the whole history of this automotive company. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/37e4199a31fc9918fd93445b2fafb32f47d73e38.jpg Get ready for our longest episode yet! We're diving deep into DAF's history, milestones, and more. And we believe our community will love learning about it all. We have to express huge thanks to Henk Meeuwis for guiding us through the museum with his wealth of knowledge, as he has been working for DAF for 47 years! And a big shout-out also goes to the DAF Museum team and our friends at DAF, Tim Gerth, and Koen Damen, for helping us make this episode happen. Now, without further delay, let's dive into it! We hope you've enjoyed the tour of the DAF Museum, but there is surely more to explore than we showed, so if you happen to be in Eindhoven, visit it yourself! Don't forget to follow us on our X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok so you won't miss out on any news and future episodes of SCS On The Road. https://store.steampowered.com/app/227300/Euro_Truck_Simulator_2/Euro Truck Simulator 2 - 1.50 Update Experimental BetaApr 11, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsWe have some news for our #BestCommunityEver! Today, we're rolling out the Experimental Beta for the upcoming 1.50 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2. Why do we call our upcoming beta experimental? We need to manage expectations right from the start. We are starting the beta cycle this time from a rather early stage. The level of polish and stability is not the same as for our usual Open Betas. We believe in transparency with our community, and we also need to gather a lot of feedback early this time, to understand how well the features perform. That's why we're offering this Experimental Beta as a precursor to the Open Beta, giving you a glimpse of what's to come while acknowledging that it's still very much a work in progress. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/2a8841f274269dfa5afad246cf412d676678a1bc.jpg Behind the scenes, our team is working hard on internal projects and releases, all scheduled for version 1.50 of our games. Despite our best efforts, certain aspects of the update are still undergoing refinement. However, we know how important it is to involve our community in the development process, which is why we're making this content available to you in its current state. Your feedback at this stage is invaluable as we strive to deliver the optimal experience. With the Experimental Beta, we invite our dedicated players to join us in fine-tuning, testing, and providing feedback. Your input will assist us in identifying and addressing any issues or imperfections before the Open Beta and ultimately the full version 1.50 release. It's worth noting that this beta may cause instability in certain areas of the game. For those seeking a more polished experience, we recommend awaiting the subsequent Open Beta or the full version's release. We are very committed to delivering high-quality updates. In the days to come, we'll continue to debug and finalize everything that's coming to ETS2 with the 1.50 update. Your patience and support during this phase are deeply appreciated as we work towards a seamless transition to the next chapter of Euro Truck Simulator 2. Without further ado, let's delve into what you can anticipate from version 1.50. Renderer Changes - (still based on DirectX 11 API for now) We're consistently working on improving our rendering system. It's been a key focus lately, though it'll take some time to complete. Until then, you can expect additional content and enhancements in version 1.50, including: A new feature was added - TAA, or Temporal Anti-Aliasing, which sets itself apart from other anti-aliasing techniques, that aim to smooth images to reduce jagged edges or flickering through higher resolution rendering. Instead, TAA harnesses the timeline, particularly previous frames, to calculate color values as if from a higher resolution, providing a smoother result. Cascaded shadow changes: Smooth transition when blending between cascades, smoother and better-stabilized shadow edges. Soft particles: Particles and light flares smoothly fade...Renault Trucks E-Tech T Coming to ETS2Apr 10, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsExciting times are ahead! We're happy to announce that the very first electric vehicle coming to Euro Truck Simulator 2 will be the Renault Trucks E-Tech T! We're proud to partner with Renault Trucks once more, honoured by their trust in us to introduce their latest state-of-the-art, fully electric truck to our #BestCommunityEver. Make sure to read the whole blog, as there is a lot of important information about this truck and an upcoming design competition you don't want to miss! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/99359fa4514ecee3655e3a807271ea108dbdb8f8.jpg First, let's take a few steps back and look at our past projects we did in cooperation with Renault Trucks which eventually led to bringing this truck into our game. In Autumn 2023, we were invited to Lyon for a design contest among selected influencers and truckers. Guided by specialists from Renault Trucks, LumiLor and our own talented 2D graphic artist Annie, the group crafted designs featuring the innovative LumiLor paint job – a cutting-edge method that allows layers of colour on any surface to be illuminated by small electric impulses. While we were there, we also toured the Renault Trucks assembly plant, test-drove the E-Tech T, gathered reference materials for our vehicle department, and captured the sounds of this remarkable truck. You read more about it here or watch the video below. In December, two designs were chosen for the public vote in which our community also participated. In an exciting showdown, the stunning Diamond Echo and Lightning Bolt designs went head-to-head in the vote. Ultimately, the Diamond Echo emerged victorious, making automotive history by bringing this unique paint job to life on a truck for the very first time! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/ca3c3cdeada2990241368b1aa6dd116155a1055f.jpg Later, Renault Trucks invited us to attend and amplify the reach of the grand reveal event on April 9 at their headquarters in Lyon. We took this amazing opportunity and teased what was to come by placing a special truck model under a blue veil in front of selected Renault Trucks dealers in ETS2, which you can read about here. It was a great pleasure and experience to share that grand reveal with our #BestCommunityEver through a live stream directly from the venue which you can replay below. We are incredibly honoured that Renault Trucks has acknowledged our community as a strong and desired audience to share this moment with. Having the President of Renault Trucks, Bruno Blin, the Design Director, Paul Daintree, and the Chief Designer, Vincent Froidevaux, join us in the stream was a source of immense pride. It was exciting not only to witness the E-Tech T but also their entire range of fully electric vehicles. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, our teams were hard at work recreating this truck for ETS2, ensuring that we could bring it into the game for our community to enjoy. We are now proud to announce that this fully electric truck will be the very first EV truck in Euro Truck Simulator...Greece - Research TripApr 3, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsA few members of our Euro Truck Simulator 2 map set on a journey to Greece a few months back. Their quest? To gather references and inspiration to create the Greece DLC for our #BestCommunityEver as accurately as possible. Now, we interviewed them about their trip and how it benefited them! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/279b0d63b79097b94a602dfea6fa318a563d02da.jpg The team consisted of Ilona, Michal, Karina, Jakub, David, and Artur. In the course of eight days, they journeyed through Greece, from its southern reaches to the north, exploring islands, coastal stretches, and inland areas. "Our first destination was the drier and rockier Crete. The climate is reflected in the architecture, which is full of balconies and loggias shaded by awnings. Greece struck us as a very diverse, culturally and historically interesting country with lots of monuments and important sites. We mapped some of them in more detail, such as the Corinth Canal, the Meteora Monasteries, and the Rio-Antirio Bridge. As part of our travels, we also visited an olive farm in the Messenia region, where we learned more about the process of olive oil production, a symbol of Greek cuisine and culture," Michal shares with us. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/588c52ee9e53d05a92441b48e61840b4e3b08f85.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/b140f48f1159244bf4291cd34aeedfe9abf9e9e3.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/20f8fe6829f0eaea09b1e66d1f24c0b26d52d2ac.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/93bf26d2e08f2fc47851faebf3ab3698094d40c2.jpg The majestic Meteora Monasteries were probably one of the team's favourite places, as Ilona agrees with. "What I liked most about Greece was the omnipresent smell of diverse vegetation and the distinctive landscape, which I hope we will be able to capture in the DLC. The biggest gem for me was definitely the Meteora Monasteries," says Ilona. As the team confirms, it's a big advantage to see the country for yourself before working on implementing it into the game. "It was definitely beneficial to see the places I'm going to be doing on the map live. A lot of details that you don't notice on Google Maps, or don't stand out as much, often give a completely different dimension and feel to a place in person," says David. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/3669797404ae90011825286b50f3d4789626259b.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/ed47d6e663e6ed5c9321b92dc2baa7bb2770ae18.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/fbe051cddc34a9d494f70712ef6f89780988ea44.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/16af189c8d42c3a0f987c0e51d1085e5e52bde3c.jpg Starting our expedition fueled by the expectations set during our preliminary research, Jakub unfolds the tale of the team's voyage through Greece's varied terrains, which he fell in love with. "When we were doing our preliminary research, we saw that some of the roads we looked at weren't exactly exciting. But after travelling through the country, I can say I was pleasantly surprised. Driving through the mountainous parts of Greece, there were great views one after another. Even the roads ...Kögel Trailer Pack - Work In Progress UpdateMar 26, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsLast year, we had the pleasure of visiting the Kögel Trailer factory in Burtenbach, Germany, an experience we've shared with our followers across our blog and social media platforms. Now, in cooperation with our friends at Kögel Trailer, we're excited to announce that the Kögel Trailer Pack DLC will be coming to Euro Truck Simulator 2! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/0826130ef70b63dfecda4137e25d3796d4e6008a.jpg In this blog, we would like to share with you the progress that our vehicle team has made on bringing the Kögel trailers to our game. As you can see from these screenshots, our team has been working on these trailers for quite a while now. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/de3b46d6ce9ae38d3a9a6429b3f45255cf2f2f9d.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/1dfeda0a368be4c6a81e1ed6dc5dd556a2a9ea5b.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/3f6275d4fa730adfc2506b1b9878eb80915aa02c.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/f5563f8ee5ce0d1b0f2f0c4b1525f87115c9ed0d.jpg Kögel Trailer, based in Burtenbach, has a long history in the transportation industry being established back in 1934. Renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality, Kögel produces a diverse range of trailers tailored to meet the evolving needs of logistics professionals worldwide. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/b4ceca6dd0f283ba28638a07f62ae2a2aa48637e.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/36f44036586566430a4960a4a4b941edb5baaaf5.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/26cb9a91fd0513e18ca9891c71fc86c9f7ace729.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/1ab964ba896bc2161fe0065c36cec5534e9d5fd0.jpg We would like to thank our friends at Kögel for the smooth collaboration throughout the process of integrating their trailers into our game. Their team has been incredible collaborators, always willing to share data, offer insightful feedback, and assist us with any questions we've had. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/6a97e3d4b2d5b8810cdaf7f040792d60c268fb9b.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/0860bb6010ffa2b1de26cd28e093cc6b486c58a6.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/cc57fd4f11c8eef5a7deb0e6dc67385a68eebdf0.png We also made two SCS On The Road episodes from our visit to Kögel which we have shared with you in the past few months. If you haven't already, you can watch them both here to get a glimpse into how Kögel produces their trailers and what you can look forward to in ETS2! Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare to roll out this eagerly awaited DLC by following us on our social media (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok). Also, remember to follow our friends from Kögel on their Facebook or Instagram. We'll see you on the road! https://store.steampowered.com/app/227300/Euro_Truck_Simulator_2/Scania Demo CentreMar 23, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsWhile we are still working hard to bring the 1.50 update to you, we would like to share another sneak peek at what's to come with it! Teaming up with our friends from Scania, we are happy to reveal something special coming to the world of Euro Truck Simulator 2 in the 1.50 update: the famous Scania Demo Centre in Södertälje, Sweden. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/7d84c6705daf774ed8228d254a1f25742bedb79f.jpg This facility was established in 1995 and serves multiple purposes in real life. Mostly, Scania uses it to demonstrate their vehicles, both trucks and buses. The facility hosts up to 14 thousand visitors every year from universities to engineers and also allows drivers with a Category B license to try out Scania vehicles. There are three different types of terrain - three kilometers of asphalt roads, two kilometers of forest roads, and three kilometers of gravel roads. Now, you will be able to navigate this meticulously crafted test track and put your truck to the test in various conditions and terrains in Euro Truck Simulator 2! And just a friendly reminder - as the Demo Centre is located in Sweden, you need to own the Scandinavia DLC to be able to visit it. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/cc3b771b3cfe2948d7d826cc958e90c87eb82192.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/5bdac6527c62671d30851ea07108d5329497dd25.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/ce26b7e27b80fc6334b586d65d1f1dc41aa19188.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/bbe57789d501d3fa1371ff85a2581220bbb880e8.jpg This in-game circuit is an exact replica of the real one on a 1:1 scale. We are proud of the smooth and professional cooperation with Scania that made it possible for us to precisely reproduce every detail in this location. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/5a3b96dda4d1027458817eee89308eb651a493f2.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/631def65cf4e88b5634d485529274f2421844dde.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/2036ec1a1603a45c2c62b17c89eba43a78b954de.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/6f3ee75924074d3233553f3a4cdbb1429ac12044.jpg Excited to visit the Demo Centre? Drivers looking for the Scania Demo Centre may need to invest some time and effort in it as this is another example of the type of content that is not visibly marked on the World Map. We encourage you to explore the city of Södertälje in Sweden, along with its surrounding areas. Doing so may just reward you with finding the road that leads to the Scania Demo Centre! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/819df9b51fe821b95efc6dcf88cf4f89952852d1.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/859379a01ab7e90eaa8b643070fed005cc8a0813.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/ce4e2a81c3a4247bb240235cc3f637d629592a3e.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/00fb89a1b9e53fcfd81087b01a6b8bfa442ce619.jpg We are looking forward to you exploring everything that the Scania Demo Centre has to offer. We would like to thank our friends at Scania and the Demo Centre who helped us greatly in bringing this special facility to life in Euro Truck Simulator 2 for our #BestCommunityEver to enjoy. Our teams have worked hard to replicate the loo...ETS2 1.50: Wielton Trailer Pack UpdateMar 22, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsAs part of our upcoming 1.50 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2, we're excited to bring an update to the Wielton Trailer Pack DLC. Founded in 1996, Wielton S.A. has become one of Europe's top manufacturers of semi-trailers and trailers, With a focus on quality, durability, and innovation, Wielton consistently delivers exceptional trailers. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/e6b34dcbd7b0bb03e0d51c8055af9ed0a4c3ebbd.jpg Today we are happy to share that we have worked closely with Wielton to bring an all new trailer series from their latest catalog. Introducing the Container Master! This new generation of subcontainer trailers features a super lightweight and durable chassis. This update will contain two lengths for this particular trailer. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/6ea4763c40e2a3c23ba4ba82d74569a07b04f662.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/c93f1a27a204dd936d34b780735e9aaf90443d74.jpg The first being the Wielton Container Master NS3 P20 SL TANK, which measures 8305mm (27ft) in length and is especially created for the safe transport of Chemical Tank Containers (ADR). We're especially excited for this to be our first-ever branded ADR container trailer in Euro Truck Simulator 2. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/b80a570f6877b61876a8c791cfcc5378be1b637d.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/f1d08e94c1b1f45d32db7680060bc5681023b25b.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/aeca9df4d6c4d850235b2ac16aac94e8118c9c1d.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/46f44904afa7f252a28098e36057175b0c262122.jpg The second length we are introducing is the Wielton Container Master NS3 P40 SL, which is designed for the transport of a 40ft container or 2x20ft containers. Both of these trailers will also have a range of options available for them, suited for your hauling needs, such as Side Protection, Rear Bumpers, Tool Boxes, Optional Spare Tire, Mud Flaps, Paintjobs and more. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/a5995240b25582d8d60004d3c5f8b979e840a0b4.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/48aec3dc4f3708fcf6782ed5a4108dbdf132d0be.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/87e27a27052bb205ca47e906626df4e606d1b8bc.jpg We look forward to seeing you haul across Europe with these new trailers, which will come as a free update for all Wielton Trailer Pack DLC owners in the 1.50 Update. Until then, be sure to follow us on Twitter/X, Facebook and Instagram to keep up-to date with all the latest news and more. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2455690/Euro_Truck_Simulator_2__Wielton_Trailer_Pack/The Good Truck: A Truck Painted With LightMar 21, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsWe are excited to join Renault Trucks in making automotive history with the reveal of the groundbreaking paint job design on their fully electric marvel, the Renault Trucks E-Tech T! This unique paint job will come to life for the first time ever on a truck with LumiLor technology - a cutting-edge method that allows layers of colour on any surface to be illuminated by small electric impulses. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/adceb3bd57385b9c3254f4f29052058857cdc996.jpg Taking a step back, let's revisit the journey that led to this historic moment. Back in Autumn 2023, we joined Renault Trucks in Lyon for a design contest among selected influencers and truckers. Guided by specialists from Renault Trucks, LumiLor and our very own talented 2D graphic artist Annie, the group crafted designs featuring the innovative LumiLor paint job – a luminescent technology capable of creating mesmerizing animations on the truck's surface. You can read more about the design process in our previous blog or watch an SCS On The Road episode from our visit to Lyon below. After that, two designs were chosen for the public vote in which our community also participated. The beautiful Diamond Echo and Lightning Bolt designs faced off in this vote, with the Diamond Echo eventually taking the first place. Then, the E-Tech T made its way to the LumiLor labs near Dresden for painting. We are honoured that Renault Trucks invited us to personally attend and amplify the reach of this grand reveal event on April 9 at Renault Trucks' headquarters in Lyon. We can't wait to be able to bring that moment to our #BestCommunityEver through a live stream straight from the venue! It's a testament to our partnership with Renault Trucks and their recognition of our community's importance. Also, in recent days, you might have noticed some teasers coming from Renault Trucks on their social media and through their newsletter. Now, we are happy to confirm that you have the chance to find something hidden under a blue veil at selected Renault Trucks dealerships in Euro Truck Simulator 2. Who knows, perhaps if you can locate this spot, park your current Renault Trucks vehicles in front of the concealed truck, and share a screenshot or video on social media channels tagging SCS Software (X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook) and Renault Trucks' (X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) main profiles along with the hashtag #ETechTrucking, you might be fortunate enough to receive some exclusive gifts from us and Renault Trucks! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/435b3ed2a4a180c3dde76682960c39070cbd65b8.jpg We're proud to be Renault Trucks' trusted partner, ensuring that this historic moment reaches not just automotive enthusiasts but also our #BestCommunityEver. Stay tuned for more information about this project on Renault Trucks' website. Also remember to follow us on our X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok so you won't miss out on any news! https://store.steampowered.com/app/227300/Euro_Truck_Simulator_2/Nordic Horizons: Guess Where We AreMar 12, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsLet's challenge your geographical expertise and detective prowess! Dive into this blog featuring selected screenshots from the Nordic Horizons DLC, our upcoming map expansion for Euro Truck Simulator 2. Guess Where We Are and pinpoint the real-world locations depicted in each of these images. Share your guesses with us in the comments section below! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/9dcdebaefee470ed8119c5ddd46b13659b97e395.jpg We announced the Nordic Horizons DLC in January and it's still under heavy development. In this map expansion, you will be able to explore the enchanting landscapes of Northern Europe including the beautiful expansive fjords of Norway which lead up to the Arctic Ocean, Sweden's Norrland all the way to the Scandinavian mountains, and Finland's Lapland. Now let us know if you recognize some real-world locations in these screenshots! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/6ceed1163dcfcc5d5992704bf3593691e1b5988a.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/78136e446550db92f328675468086e0b909ad3a0.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/7529d92ab583e32ae7a0dde55b41de9ea65a11b3.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/b4d138ddcc2fb249f77516f2be4d103f32628ef0.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/8aca257190fc7201318b1fb2d93b718f89783a44.jpg We look forward to seeing who got the closest guesses! Although this DLC is still in the earlier stages of development, we hope this blog gives you a glimpse into the work being undertaken. If you are eager to play it, make sure to add the Nordic Horizons DLC to your Steam Wishlist and follow our social media (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) so you won't miss out on any news about it! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2780810/Euro_Truck_Simulator_2__Nordic_Horizons/Under The Hood: Christmas Winterland WoTr EventMar 11, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsIn December, we launched the Christmas Winterland event for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. This ended up being one of our biggest and most successful World of Trucks events in which truckers completed over 2,600,000 deliveries. Recently, we spoke with some of the developers responsible for creating the event to bring you another "Under the Hood" blog. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/5193d9d025d4bbb1b100348c837c734a2a0fb0f1.jpg As this project involved dozens of people, we couldn't interview everyone, so we selected a few of them from various departments to bring you an insight into their work on the magical Christmas Winterland! Let's take a look at how we put this exciting event together. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/3325f9266b20c4e8a3402c1e0a139b8a3d5fae2d.jpg "It was the largest World of Trucks event we've ever produced, incomparable with anything previously attempted. We wanted something more engaging and visually stimulating than previous Christmas events, but the final result was much larger than what we initially discussed," says Gavin, our game designer. The discussions about the Christmas event first took place in November 2022, so more than a year before its release. "The initial idea we had for this project was to create a wintery and magical depot, impressive in looks, with an environment attractive enough that you would be willing to come back to it for the duration of the event, with three portal entrances offering different routes to reach the depot," Gavin shares with us. An event this big required everyone to chip in to make it on time so we could deliver the Winterland to our community in perfect shape. "A lot of people were involved! There were sixty people in the event channel. On the whole, the event called upon many disciplines; gameplay and event design, production, map design, asset design and research, vehicles, technical art, programming, audio design, 2D graphic design, and quality assurance. It was the incredible effort made by all the teams that made this event possible," Gavin tells us. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/390b8d74add38f6cbd5a7d9097e27807d26248d9.jpg Lucie, our producer, managed the Christmas Winterland map and asset production, which required facilitating communication and assisting all teams in identifying and resolving issues. Her previous map designer experience was of great help in this process. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/63d9c4ba107d3289994a608345dce3ad2ccc6e28.jpg "It was my first project and it wasn't exactly a small one. Challenges were found almost every other day, from unfixed bugs to lost assets, and map hacks. All year I acted as a sort of organizational glue connecting people pushing the production forward and doing everything I could to make sure we got it done in the end and surprised our community. I'm so happy that we did it together and it was a great honor to work with everyone," Lucie reflected on her work on this project. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/08d2f076254e8a99a69365a81...Greece: Guess Where We AreMar 8, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsAre you up for a challenge that will test your knowledge of the world and your detective abilities? This blog post features sneak peeks from the upcoming Greece DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2. Can you pinpoint the real-world locations in each image? Let us know in the comments below and let's unravel these mysteries together! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/4c0ca9e0535c9491fe9f1820eb01b6ee0e23fda4.jpg Greece DLC brings the charm of southern history, a beautiful sun-kissed coastline, and cultural wonders, making this Mediterranean gem truly unique. This map expansion not only unveils the captivating landscapes of inland Greece but also invites truckers to explore the charm of some islands. Let us know where you think these photos take place! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/56423515d5ae5fa2d9a7b6937bff93b9b5f5f2c9.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/9acb1ab2bd223c90f5730353de5c0f459ad98ba7.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/98bf262ae2f98939ec5b6bf8cfb4a513028a7c63.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/ae5635ac2dd685f8adfe92b862986bbd892f6b85.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/9ddccad913ff540e705a587ffbe5d04f40647a5c.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/26c7ce3a7b429f2c311fdb42db0f5e41e2537ce5.jpg We're excited to see who came closest with their guesses! While this DLC is still in its early development stages, we hope this blog provides a peek into the ongoing work. If you're excited for this DLC to come, add the Greece DLC to your Steam Wishlist, and stay tuned to our Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok for all the latest updates! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2604420/Euro_Truck_Simulator_2__Greece/SCS On The Road - A First Look at Krone's Revolutionary eTrailerFeb 21, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsAnother SCS On The Road episode is here! This time, we take you back to last year's Solutrans expo where we talked with Vera Hunfeld from Krone about their revolutionary eTrailer. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/ac9fe00b10ff494ba18a1d8341f9aca110c854ba.jpg Vera, the Managing Director from Krone France, told us everything a true trucking enthusiast would be dying to know about Krone's groundbreaking eTrailer. This special trailer is equipped with an electrified axle, a great addition that not only adds horsepower to a truck-trailer combination but also reduces fuel consumption and emissions. We're incredibly grateful to her for taking the time to chat with us and for giving us such valuable insights. So don't hesitate to take a look at the trailer yourself and get all the important information about its fascinating technology in our video! We have already talked about this great trailer on our blog last year as we released a very unique paint job for ETS2, so if you want to remind yourself about that, take a look here. You should also check out Krone's dedicated website to find out more about the eTrailer and their YouTube videos covering this project. We hope you've enjoyed this episode! Be sure to follow us on X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and Threads for all the latest news about Krone Trailers and other upcoming projects from the world of Euro Truck Simulator 2.Haulin' Hearts Event ConclusionFeb 20, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsOver the past couple of weeks, we have certainly felt the devotion of our community, who has been 'Haulin' Hearts' across Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. Whilst this event has quickly come to an end, we can still strongly feel the love in the air! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/5b93f5fc7d3d1cfacf326f5a9043faa6cb199b30.jpg We'd like to thank everyone who took part and helped deliver an incredible 600,000 loads of Valentine Presents cargo across our trucking territories. It was great to receive so many screenshots and videos from all of you enjoying this event across our Social Media Pages. We hope that during this time, you were able to share your love of trucking with a friend or perhaps someone closer. So without further ado, let's take a look at some of the statistics from the event. You managed to complete the Community Goal on the 14th of February (which we think you planned..), and in total completed 922,487 jobs by the event's end! Check out our official infographics below. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/09edf0d8a9e694ccc114acbc3ded13ce9d11d0ca.jpg Seeing so many of you take part in this event brought a lot of joy to our World of Trucks team, who worked hard to bring this event to life so quickly after the end of the previous ones. We'd like to thank all the teams involved for their dedication, beautiful artwork and rewards, which we hope you enjoyed! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/e052797d11eb3a748c7271ef9e1036360fea4e77.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/2de5c99935d131b9361c0833f4ee9afbfb451073.jpg If you did manage to complete your personal goal in-time, be sure to collect your rewards via the World of Trucks website, under the 'Events' tab on your page. However, the love doesn't have to stop there! You can continue to haul with hearts any time you like with our Valentines Paint Job Packs for both ETS2 and ATS. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/87ef38a08a7b72ad74a6e095b21bf9b2ee065ec7.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/bb55ef5799951a5fa9217c93716c445734a5f36a.jpg Once again, we are grateful for all your effort and the love you showed us during this event. We really hope you enjoyed it and we look forward to showcasing our next event to you in the future. Until then, remember love isn't just for Valentine's, but for anytime of the year. Happy Truckin'!Germany Rework - Rhine: Through CitiesFeb 16, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsPreviously, we shared a blog on the Industries & Intersections you can find in the Rhine-Rhur region of Germany. Today however, we are excited to share with you more specifically about the cities themselves! Our small rework team has worked hard to give this area a complete overhaul. Let's take a closer look shall we? {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/6c3be1192b545e88bad800b3e2c34212aede83ed.jpg "All cities have been redesigned from the ground up" Iva, one of our Map Designers tells us, "We deleted the previous map, which did not represent the Rhineland region very well. Then, we created a completely new urban structure that reflects the area around the Rhine more. We tried to make the most of our spatial capabilities in the map and capture the Rhineland as realistically as possible, which includes the population density, industries and ultimately, its size. It will be a huge change from the base map." "One of the biggest changes players will notice is the density of the road network." Iva explains "It will now be possible to look into the very heart of some of the cities and discover the contrast between the industrial zone and the centre itself. I dare say, we captured the best of each city!" Cologne When reworking the city of Cologne, one thing we wanted to make sure to capture was the size of the Rhine River, which passes through several cities in the area, and most famously Cologne. With this inclusion, it is now possible to drive right alongside the riverfront and admire the iconic buildings and landmarks of Köln. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/7ac93afcfa9b022abeeb638899b3743299aa6c31.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/64c08f198863faae72fc5d261e1716edad73a159.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/e09d369e553709a443236a43f420c3789b951df9.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/03dbcc124e104e295eb51ce4080c41794053fac1.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/add1a8b71fd32146bd30aaec3952f7bd855dd5e3.jpg This includes bridges such as the Hohenzollernbrücke, a pedestrian and railway bridge with its three charismatic wave-like arches, located nearby arguably one of the famous landmarks in the city, the Cologne Cathedral. You may have even travelled over this bridge if you have ever arrived by train (often delayed) into Köln Hauptbahnhof, the main train station of the city. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/2d529aee5a7c8f037ab165ca7c81de3961f8eca9.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/1118ffb0070b7438daeaceb6d388aa678acbe122.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/f69891d7631263528f57bc3c89e494189bd23c6d.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/30d6afea0da96fd1e1d5ebf0bec6a2d79fae8cab.jpg Other landmarks include Kölner Dom, The Lanxess Arena and many other iconic buildings. You can also look forward to seeing trams running through the city. These trams will also be found in all the other cities mentioned in this blog too. We are also excited to announce the addition of the A3, a major autobahn route which connects Cologne to Frankfurt! We hope you enjoy re-discovering this popular city destination. Düsseldorf Love landm...Cruising Kansas & Christmas Winterland ConclusionFeb 9, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsIn the last few months, our incredible #BestCommunityEver has been on a roll, diving headfirst into two fantastic World of Trucks events! First up was the #CruisingKansas event, showcasing our latest map expansion in American Truck Simulator. Following that, the festive spirit took over with the #ChristmasWinterland event, spreading joy in both ETS2 and ATS. You managed to complete both events on time before their conclusion on 5th February! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/8f598ac78cca7f3f8b1b770fb37ddc10b505bb59.jpg We want to thank our incredible #BestCommunityEver for their fantastic participation in both the #CruisingKansas and the monumental #ChristmasWinterland events. Your dedication truly made these experiences extraordinary! In the Cruising Kansas World of Trucks event, you managed to complete more than 489,000 deliveries and drove over 135 million miles! In the unique Christmas Winterland event, you completed more than 2,600,000 deliveries! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/8cd39a0b36ba8c4a4493bc997820ff3a011115b1.jpg Speaking of the Christmas Winterland, let's take a moment to acknowledge the immense effort that went into creating our biggest event to date. The scope of this project was enormous, and overcoming the challenges was no small feat. Yet, witnessing the overwhelming support and enthusiasm from our community since the event's kick-off reassured us that it was the right investment of our efforts. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/637a274a2ebaffa8c6ac8bbf27f0e0431b3564f1.jpg We believe this isn't the last you've seen the magical Christmas Winterland or the technology that brought it to life – including those mesmerizing portals and more. Stay tuned for more! We're planning an exclusive Under the Hood blog, featuring interviews with the developers behind the scenes of this event. We also hope you'll enjoy the rewards from both these events and decorate your cabin with beautiful Kansas and Christmas accessories! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/83d2f19b25c394af900b004b1b7fca312728d7ca.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/e6efeb53f0ecf6b98063327f54699a72fcfc1c8d.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/deac25c05939864fcb74fe6ab06320315b0ff303.jpg Your passion and excitement have not only turned these events into huge successes but have also fueled our commitment to delivering more in the future. We really appreciate your ongoing support and look forward to more exciting adventures together! Don't forget to follow us on our social media (X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) so you won't miss out on any news about them. Until then, we wish you safe and happy driving!SCS On The Road - Kögel Trailer Factory Tour`Feb 8, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsWe're back in Burtenbach, Germany for another exciting episode in our SCS On The Road series! Join Oscar and Sebastian Hönig as they take you through a behind the scenes guided tour of the Kögel Trailer Factory where trailers are assembled from bare chassis into their final forms. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/eae59eb829718ae576320f7d51d827e1abac4437.jpg Our primary aim during this visit was to gather reference data for various Kögel Trailers, to aid our teams back in Prague in bringing them as accurately as possible to the virtual world of Euro Truck Simulator 2. We'd like to thank Sebastian and everybody at Kögel Trailer for inviting us, their hospitality during our visit and for allowing us to bring you a behind the scenes look at the hard work that is undertaken to create a variety of safe and reliable trailers for truckers around Europe. We hope you've enjoyed this episode of SCS on the Road! We look forward to bringing you news in the future on the development & arrival of Kögel Trailers in Euro Truck Simulator 2. In the meantime, be sure to follow us on X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and Threads for all the latest news.Switzerland Rework - Meet the TeamFeb 7, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsWith the Switzerland Rework project nearing the finish line, we wanted to introduce you to the hardworking team behind the revitalization of this beautiful country in Euro Truck Simulator 2. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/6135df256210cd50546e3b1877f4064bff835a08.jpg Meet our SCS Map Designers and read about their brief messages to our incredible #BestCommunityEver! We trust you'll enjoy this behind-the-scenes look at their work on the reimagined Switzerland map. Honza {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/5d461e8ac4fcc2d855106194c3887056ff3d58cc.jpg I started working for SCS in 2020 and joined the ETS2 rework team as a Map Designer. Switzerland Rework is my first project in the role of a lead. My responsibility was to manage the team and cooperate with other departments. From a map perspective, I designed the city of Geneva. Switzerland, with its snow-capped mountains, picturesque lakes, and historical villages and cities is a beautiful country without doubt. It's also home to a couple of challenging routes. We wanted to capture them accurately and I believe our talented map designers did a great job and players will appreciate it. Jitka {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/fbfecee9c56fea5af30d9522887c3768cd3a2f7b.jpg I joined SCS Software a year ago and it's been a dream come true to be a part of the rework team and finish the Alps. Coming from a film background, I had the opportunity to do some of the cutscenes as well. It was especially fun to design the viewpoints at Viamala and Furka Pass. Both of these places were designed with a viewpoint in mind and therefore they give players the option to explore the place beyond the road. There was simply not enough place on the map for such huge mountains, so we had to pull out all the tricks up our sleeves to make it possible. I really hope it will be fun to drive through the Alps and you will happily return to Switzerland to discover all its secrets. Tomáš {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/0aab10a44e5b25f823db3e0fb6b03bb67d1591de.jpg I have been working in SCS for over three years now. My first tasks consisted of reworking German landscapes with fields and small towns around the highway, but I wanted to focus on something more urban and complex. My map lead supported my idea of adding a new airport to Stuttgart and there I found my main passion for cities. In the Switzerland Rework project, I was assigned to work on the beautiful city of Bern. It was quite challenging because Bern is a breathtaking historic city with many landmarks and I wanted to recreate its essence for our players. I have put a lot of effort into details and its historic parts, some of which may not be seen at first sight, as they wait to be discovered. Eliška {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4419325/125fc0cb408a232e90c10cabbb33b0ea467b58a1.jpg After a brief introduction to SCS on the Austria rework, I was given an amazing opportunity to work on Switzerland's biggest city - Zurich. It was a real challenge, but I enjoyed it a lot and I hope you will like the layout I made. I ...Haulin' Hearts Online EventFeb 6, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsJoin us as we celebrate Valentines day by taking part in our latest World of Trucks event – Haulin’ Hearts! Since the 14th Century Valentine’s Day has been recognised as a time to embrace the chance to give something special to those we hold dear in our hearts, whether it be a letter of love, a heartfelt poem or gift, and today is no different. With all the love on offer, there is plenty miles to cover and loads of Valentines Presents to deliver this year, and every bit helps. Today I’m Haulin’ Hearts afar, With nothing else in mind. And to this task I pledge my word For everyone in kind. And while I’m on the road out there With fourteen loads ahead, I’ll stop at nothing ‘til I’m done, Then rest my weary head. But not before I’m in your arms Oh darling love of mine. For one and all and all for one, And you my Valentine. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/c74f73270835f4d76ca3ccce146c5194bb0fdf7b.jpg So we invite you, our #BestCommunityEver, whether you have a special sweetheart of your own or simply want to help others connect during this romantic time, to complete the community goal of 600,000 deliveries of Valentines Presents to loved ones around the world! Our special Valentines themed event trailers are all loaded up and ready to roll for you! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/9084219/e052797d11eb3a748c7271ef9e1036360fea4e77.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/9084219/53e3adae149734c88cca3355cfbfdb49abc1edca.jpg This is, once again, a great chance for you to create a romantic matching paint job with your truck if you happen to own the Valentine's Paint Jobs Pack DLC for ATS! Your personal goal requires 14 deliveries of Valentines Presents cargo, and as our thank you we are offering great rewards including a special World of Trucks Achievement. So, come along and join the fun! Rules Using External Contracts, with a World of Trucks-connected profile in Euro Truck Simulator 2, American Truck Simulator or both, the community goal is to achieve 600,000 deliveries of Valentine Presents cargo, from any city in any trucking territory. When a player completes 14 deliveries of Valentine Presents cargo across any trucking territories in either game, it will complete their personal goal. Rewards Personal: Players that complete 14 or more deliveries of Valentine Presents cargo will gain a unique World of Trucks Achievement as well as a Winged Heart cabin item as a Steam inventory item for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/9084219/e83f5cebcdb6dc3a2bff891ada3cfc0470d77133.jpg Community: When the community goal of achieving 600,000 deliveries of Valentine Presents cargo from any city is met and if the player has also achieved their personal goal, then they will receive a Trucker's Rose hanging item as a Steam inventory item for their cabin. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/9084219/c0d2ccb98d6aeee13a1e72cb6d0711ecb5249c7a.jpg Note: In order to qualify for any community reward, you must complete at least your personal goal in Euro Truck Simulator 2, American Truck Simulato...Beware: Wild SpeculationsFeb 5, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsWe hope this message finds you well and filled with excitement for all the incredible things happening in the world of SCS Software! Recently, we've noticed a significant increase in discussions across various platforms – social media, forums, YouTube, and more – speculating on our current and future projects as well as updates in development. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/4036972/4547d12b4747a48453030fc8a06734b1c1fe3171.jpg First and foremost, we are grateful for the enthusiasm and genuine interest our community displays in everything we do. Your passion is what makes our community the #BestCommunityEver, and we're truly grateful for your unwavering support! However, we'd like to take a moment to address a small concern. With the growing amount of content circulating online, it's becoming increasingly important to distinguish between official information and speculation. We understand that excitement often leads to curiosity, and we love that! But to ensure you get the most accurate and reliable news, we encourage you to follow our official communication channels (Our blog, SCS Software Facebook, ETS2 Facebook, ATS Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, and TikTok). In this era of advanced technology, AI and voice-over applications, where creating believable fake news is becoming easier, we want to be proactive in ensuring that our community is well-informed. We may not always be able to react to every piece of misinformation or wild speculation. Following our verified communication channels is your guarantee to receive genuine information. Your trust means the world to us, and we want to make sure you have the facts. So, join us on this journey – follow our official channels, be a part of the conversation, and let's continue making our community the #BestCommunityEver! Thank you for being amazing, and here's to the exciting adventures ahead!

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