American Truck Simulator News

The 1.51 update will bring a change to the way controllers work in both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. We are enhancing the controller settings system, which will enable players to control the game with ease and offer them more flexibility and control. These changes will also pave the way for exciting future projects!


These updates will introduce some new features designed to improve the overall gameplay experience for players using controllers. One of the key improvements is the addition of preset settings for modifiers, which will allow players to control essential game features directly through the controller and comfortably play the game without the need for a keyboard or other device.

Not only will you now be able to control more game features while using only your controller, but we also tried to set up the controls in a way that resembles driving a vehicle in real life which we hope will be natural and more immersive for you!


Although these changes will improve the controller settings and make it easier for players using controllers to engage with the game, there may be some cases where customized control settings could be affected. Unfortunately, players who have heavily modified their control layouts through the Steam controller configuration UI and shifted them from the default settings may see their custom configurations reset to default after the update.

Although issues like this can happen, we hope you will enjoy the exciting future projects that this update will enable us to develop. Until then, make sure to stay up to date on any news by following us on our Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

Are you ready to explore the wonders of the Natural State? Mark your calendars and prepare to hit the open road, because we're thrilled to announce that the...

[h3]Arkansas DLC for American Truck Simulator will be released
on September 16th, 2024![/h3]


We're just as excited as you are, and to keep the anticipation going, we've released the official trailer for the Arkansas DLC on our YouTube channel! Created by our talented video team, this trailer will give you a preview of what you can discover when truckin' through this map expansion. Have a watch below, and if you enjoy it, consider leaving a like and a comment.

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Your first journey into Arkansas is just around the corner, and we're looking forward to having you explore it for yourself. Our team has been hard at work to ensure a smooth release, from ironing out bugs to adding those final finishing touches, we're almost ready!


Whether you choose to deliver into cities or take the back roads and discover the state's natural gems, Arkansas has something for everyone. We encourage you to explore each road available, and who knows, perhaps you'll find something that is not on the map. Keep your eyes peeled!


Are you ready to get trucking? Then consider adding the Arkansas DLC to your Steam Wishlist! We would like to send our appreciation to everybody who has supported us by doing so. We can’t wait for you to explore the Natural State for yourself in the not so far future. Until then, keep on truckin'!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2585150/American_Truck_Simulator__Arkansas/

Driving into Missouri? Well, don't forget to fill up your tank and enjoy the hospitality of the Show-Me State at one of its many truck stops! We already showed you some of the truck stops in our first blog, but now it is time to uncover the curtain more.


In this blog, we're giving you a sneak peek at six more rest stops waiting for you in Missouri, all meticulously designed by our team to faithfully replicate their real-world counterparts. These stops can be found along major routes such as I-29, U.S. Route 36, or U.S. Route 65, plus a completely brand-new one located just outside Jefferson City.


We're curious if any truckers from our #BestCommunityEver living in or frequently passing through Missouri will recognize these truck stops. Have you spotted a familiar location? Share with us in the comments - we'd love to hear from you!


So don't forget to visit these places when you are hauling cargo in the Show-Me State, grab yourself a coffee and a snack, rest through the night or just take a look around you when not in a rush! As a professional truck driver, we hope these stops will make you feel right at home.


We can't wait to explore Missouri once it is released in ATS! Want to show us that you are also looking forward to trucking in this map expansion? Then add it to your Steam Wishlist! Remember to follow us on our Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, so you won't miss out on any American Truck Simulator news. Safe travels!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2730870/American_Truck_Simulator__Missouri/

Embark on a journey with us to see some of the hidden gems and new cargoes of Arkansas, our upcoming map expansion for American Truck Simulator. In today's blog, we bring you a sneak peek at some beautiful locations in the Natural State, which won't be so easy to find, as well as some fresh new cargoes you can haul there!


Drivers will have to really explore Arkansas through and through to discover these amazing gems as they are located on unmarked roads that are not visible on the map until you find them! We don't want to spoil all the fun of exploring for you so we won't tell you where to look but only provide a preview so you know what lies uncovered in this upcoming map expansion.


We hope you are excited to dive deep into the map and see these beauties with your own eyes once the Arkansas DLC is released! And that is not all. With the release of this map expansion, we are also introducing some new cargoes that truckers will be able to haul there. We decided to add these types of cargo to make this map expansion more realistic and immersive while taking inspiration from the real world.


For example, in El Dorado, there is the only bromine container factory in North America. As bromine plays a big part in Arkansas' industry, truckers will be able to haul these containers in-game there. Players will also come across other new cargoes such as SUVs, clamshell buckets, mobile air compressors, packed lumber, rough terrain forklifts, and a wood chipper, which would also come in handy for the Natural State's huge lumber industry.


We believe you are already looking forward to exploring Arkansas' hidden gems and hauling new cargoes. Until this map expansion is released, make sure to add the Arkansas DLC to your Steam Wishlist! Remember to stay tuned for more updates on the development of this DLC and other ATS-related news by following us on our Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Drive safe!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2585150/American_Truck_Simulator__Arkansas/

Special Transport is arriving in Arkansas! Are you ready to take on the challenge of hauling these colossal types of cargo on selected roads across the Natural State? Let's take a look at what roads you will deliver these loads on.


Driving with these huge cargos is no easy task and only the most experienced truckers will dare to take on this challenge! We have prepared some roads in Arkansas specifically to suit the needs that such special transport jobs require. But it will still be a big challenge for anyone to deliver them even with the help of professionally-trained pilot vehicles who will assist you, as always.


So you are still reading and think you have what it takes to transport these oversized cargos? Well then, let's take a look at which cities you will find these special transport jobs and where you will be required to deliver them to. Special Transport DLC owners will find contracts on offer between the following cities:

• Little Rock to El Dorado
  
• Little Rock to Texarkarna
  
• Jonesboro to Hot Springs
  

We are looking forward to cruising the roads of the Natural State with these special cargos loaded on our trailer and hope you are too! You can get the Special Transport DLC on Steam right now if you don't own it already.

Make sure to also add the Arkansas DLC to your Steam Wishlist and follow us on social media (X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok) to be notified when this map expansion is available. We can't wait for you to get your hands on the new map expansion and see for yourself everything that it has to offer!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/962750/American_Truck_Simulator__Special_Transport/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2585150/American_Truck_Simulator__Arkansas/