We are excited to see so many of you already cruising the roads of American Truck Simulator in the brand-new Ford cars included with the Road Trip: Ford DLC, released last month. And if you have been enjoying the Atlas feature that comes with the DLC, we have more in store for you!
With the 1.62 update, we are putting an extra focus on expanding this exploration feature to more map expansions. You can look forward to discovering new Tourist Boards with fresh Points of Interest, Viewpoints, and Photo Trophies for you to uncover in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Colorado, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas, Washington, and Louisiana, with one Tourist Board added to each of these states, as well as Nebraska, which will receive two Tourist Boards, with a new postcard rewarded to you for every one of these completed!
But that's not all. As Route 66 celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, and we completed its journey across American Truck Simulator with the release of the Illinois DLC in May, we are also adding a new Cross-Border Tourist Board dedicated specifically to this iconic route.
The Route 66 Cross-Border Tourist Board will feature exploration locations along the legendary highway across Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Based on the DLCs you own, the Route 66 Cross-Border Tourist Board will be represented by one active Tourist Board in Atlas and the world. Visiting it will uncover all available exploration locations across the Cross-Border Tourist Board in the states you own.
If you don't own all the relevant map expansions, you can still explore the locations available in the states you own. However, to unlock the special postcard reward, you will need to own all the map expansions covered by the Route 66 Cross-Border Tourist Board and visit every exploration location associated with it. And there's an extra treat, too! Completing this Cross-Border Tourist Board will also reward you with a special Route 66 Air Freshener accessory!
If you activate the Cross-Border Tourist Board without owning all the map expansions it covers, a pop-up window will inform you which DLCs you are missing. You can also find this information in the Atlas interface, under the Cross-Border Tourist Board's list of individual locations, where you can see which exploration locations are missing and which DLCs they belong to.
The Cross-Border Tourist Board will still appear in the “List of All Tourist Boards” even if you don't own all the required map expansions, but don't worry, it won't affect your statistics in Atlas Overview or Career Progress.
We hope you will enjoy exploring the new Tourist Boards when the 1.62 update releases! If you're excited to do that, make sure to get the already released Road Trip: Ford DLC on Steam now, or add the upcoming Road Trip: RAM & Dodge DLC to your Steam wishlist.
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Another SCS Fan Day Experience has come to an end, and what a fantastic time it has been! We were delighted to welcome 15 fans from all around the world to our offices in Prague for the fifth edition of this special event, bringing together members of our #BestCommunityEver who share a passion for our games and the worlds we create.
Throughout the day, our guests had the opportunity to explore our offices, meet some of our colleagues, and get a closer look at their work on Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. It was a wonderful opportunity to share stories, exchange ideas, and give our visitors a glimpse into everyday life at SCS Software, while also offering them a sneak peek at some of the exciting projects we have been working on.
Of course, no SCS Fan Day Experience would be complete without plenty of time to talk about our games! We loved seeing our guests get involved, share their thoughts, and enjoy spending time with members of our team. Events like these remind us how special our community is and how much it means to have such passionate players supporting our work from all corners of the globe.
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for SCS Fan Day Experience Vol. 5! We hope you enjoyed your time with us in Prague as much as we enjoyed having you here. Your enthusiasm, curiosity, and support mean a lot to us, and we’re truly grateful to have had the opportunity to meet you all in person.
We're already looking forward to hosting another Fan Day and meeting even more of you! Don't forget to give our X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, and TikTok a follow, as you'll receive news from any upcoming events straight to your feed, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed. Until next time, keep on truckin'!
We’re excited to share a closer look at three new editions of the DAF XG+ coming to Euro Truck Simulator 2 with the 1.62 Update! Featuring distinctive paint jobs, exclusive exterior accessories, and specially designed interiors, the Emerald, Sapphire, and 30 Years in Czechia Editions each bring their own unique character to the road.
Whether you prefer the elegant look of deep green, the striking appearance of sapphire blue, or a special edition celebrating three decades of DAF in the Czech Republic, there is plenty to discover. Let’s take a closer look at what these new configurations have to offer!
DAF XG+ 30 Years in Czechia Edition
The DAF XG+ 30 Years in Czechia Edition celebrates DAF’s 30-year presence in the Czech Republic with a special design inspired by the brand’s heritage. Its traditional royal orange paint job is complemented by unique anniversary logos, creating a distinctive appearance that pays tribute to this milestone.
The exterior features exclusive details, including a black air intake grille with painted trim, a matching black sunshield, and a choice of black or original roof lights. The truck also receives a unique black DAF badge, linked to the engine power configuration, with the option to switch back to the original silver version. An additional black anniversary badge beneath the side XG+ badge adds another special touch.
The wheel setup also received dedicated attention, with exclusive rear wheel covers and black wheel nuts with matching caps. Completing the exterior look is an illuminated DAF logo.
Inside the cab, drivers can enjoy an exclusive Czech 30th Anniversary interior, designed specifically for the XG+ cab. The new seats feature embroidered DAF 30 logos and premium upholstery, combining black leather or high-quality Alcantara fabric accents with detailed orange diamond-pattern stitching.
The upper bunk also receives special treatment, featuring Alcantara upholstery with a subtle grey pattern inspired by the Czech flag. Together, these details create a distinctive interior that celebrates the anniversary while maintaining the premium feel of the DAF XG+.
DAF XG+ Emerald Edition
For drivers who appreciate a refined and distinctive appearance, the DAF XG+ Emerald Edition introduces a striking Forest Dawn green paint job. This rich colour is complemented by a collection of exclusive exterior details and interior finishes, creating a cohesive look throughout the truck.
The exterior features a grille with painted trim, a coloured sunshield, and a white DAF logo. An exclusive Emerald side badge further distinguishes this edition from the standard DAF XG+.
The attention to detail continues around the cab, with a black door handle featuring a painted accent, black side window trim, and a unique chassis side skirt with matching painted details for the 4x2 chassis configuration.
Inside, the Emerald Edition features an exclusive interior designed to complement its green exterior. Drivers will find dedicated floor mats and a distinctive diamond-pattern design inspired by emeralds, featured on the mattress and upper bunk. Specially designed curtains complete the interior, adding another layer of character to this edition.
DAF XG+ Sapphire Edition
Completing the trio is the DAF XG+ Sapphire Edition, featuring a Sapphire Blue paint job.
The Sapphire Edition features a distinctive black DAF logo, side window trim, and a painted chassis side skirt on the 4x2 chassis. These details give the truck its own identity while maintaining the premium atmosphere of the DAF XG+.
Three Editions, One DAF XG+
Each of these three new DAF XG+ editions brings something different to the road. The 30 Years in Czechia Edition celebrates an important milestone with heritage-inspired styling and anniversary details, while the Emerald and Sapphire Editions focus on distinctive colours and coordinated accessories.
Whether you’re drawn to the anniversary details of the 30 Years in Czechia Edition or the elegant colours of the Emerald and Sapphire Editions, these new configurations offer plenty of ways to make your DAF XG+ stand out on the road. We hope you’ll enjoy discovering these new editions and making them your own when they arrive with the 1.62 Update!
As always, we’d love to hear which of these three editions is your favourite. Make sure to give our X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, and TikTok a follow, as you'll receive news from any upcoming updates straight to your feed, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed. Until next time, happy trucking!
Tonight the Autumn veil grows thin, A portal swirls, and from within The land of Brackenreach you hear The Witches calling, crystal clear.
They beckon you to help once more, And welcome you upon their shore. With fire, earth and air they say, “Three gifts await along the way!”
“Driver bold, come cross our land, With pumpkin magic treats in hand. From dock to keep, from vale to shore, Six runs you need—and maybe more!”
The tall ship waits beside the quay, For tides the sisters stir at sea. Past marshland mist and village glow, Where grinning pumpkins watch you go.
Through Dragon’s Den to Castle Keep, Where shadows stir and secrets sleep. The sisters watch as lanterns glow, And guard the winding road below.
As thanks, one wisp will light your way, Where others lead the lost astray. A brass key bears the rune of earth, To show the sisters know your worth.
Seek out the witches’ hidden home, Where embers glow upon a tome. The Ember Grimoire holds its spells, To guard the land where magic dwells.
Upon return, attend the call, To spread the spooky treats for all, Not just to Brackenhelm as one, But cities, towns and everyone.
For Hauloween is in the air, And there’s no time to flee nor dare To hide away from all the treats That wait for you, but not to eat, NO, they must be hauled, delivered quick, Then parked away, now that’s the trick!
This Halloween, prepare to cross the veil in our Return to Brackenreach - World of Trucks event! The hidden and treacherous roads of Brackenreach have reopened for truckers in Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator, whether you are returning or entering the realm for the first time. Adventure and new rewards await, so let's roll!
This year, we are asking our #BestCommunityEver to work together towards a combined community goal of 1,300,000 deliveries. It is another ambitious challenge, but after everything our community achieved last Halloween, we know that no goal is beyond your reach!
As autumn thins the veil once more, the road to Brackenreach reopens. The three sisters who ward this land, mistresses of fire, earth, and air, have not forgotten the truckers who came to their aid last year, and this Halloween their call reaches beyond the veil once more. The marsh mist still hides the wisps that lead the lost, the tall ship still waits at the docks for tides stirred by old magic, and the pumpkins of the village still grin their crooked, knowing grins as you pass. In gratitude, each sister has prepared a special gift, kept safe until the road reopened. Help the witches and villagers once more by carrying Halloween supplies through the portals and along the winding roads to Castle Brackenhelm. Brackenreach remembers. Will you answer the call?
Your personal goal? Complete 15 Halloween deliveries across any trucking territory, including 3 to and 3 from Castle Brackenhelm, more details in the rules below.
Alongside your journeys to and from Brackenreach, you will help bring the Halloween festivities to cities throughout the homeland by delivering supplies between them. Enchanted cargo will also pass back through the portals, carrying a little of Brackenreach into the outside world, perhaps a gesture of gratitude from the witches to those who answered their call.
Our #ReturnToBrackenreach event will once again bring the magic of Brackenreach to your desktop with its spellbinding Halloween theme. We hope its lively and spooky atmosphere helps set the mood for every journey beyond the veil!
We will also be hosting a special developer live stream where we'll discuss how the event was designed, share fun insights, and enjoy Halloween in a nice and relaxed session while playing and contributing towards the community goal. Join us on Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook on Monday, October 19, from 6 pm CEST as we journey into Brackenreach!
Return to Brackenreach 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 1,300,000 deliveries of Halloween treats and supplies to or from any city, including the mysterious land of Brackenreach, where your destination will be Castle Brackenhelm.
There are 4 types of cargo that can be delivered in this event:
Halloween Treats
Halloween Costumes
Halloween Herbs & Spices
Halloween Crafts
Your personal goal is to complete 15 Halloween deliveries across any trucking territory, including 3 to and 3 fromCastle Brackenhelm, using Euro Truck Simulator 2, American Truck Simulator or both games combined.
Your bonus goal is to discover the Witches' House, hidden within the land of Brackenreach, by driving to it.
Rewards
Personal: Players who complete the required 15 or more Halloween deliveries will gain a unique World of Trucks Achievement plus a mystical Wisp Lantern cabin item, as a Steam inventory item.
Community: When the community goal of achieving 1,300,000 Halloween deliveries is met, and if the player has also achieved their personal goal, then they will also receive the fabled Key to Brackenreach hanging cabin item, as a Steam inventory item.
Discovery: When the player discovers the Witch House, hidden within the land of Brackenreach, they will receive the mysterious Ember Grimoire cabin item, as a Steam inventory item. Players will also receive last year's reward of a Spooky Horn vehicle accessory, at the same time.
Brackenreach directions:
A portal to Brackenreach appears once you accept event cargo bound for Castle Brackenhelm. Find it on the map, a spiral icon, and navigate to it. Look for the sparkles with falling autumn leaves!
Leaving Brackenreach with cargo takes you to its destination; without cargo, you’ll be sent to a random city for a new job.
Note: In order to qualify for any community reward, you must complete at least your personal goal in Euro Truck Simulator 2, American Truck Simulator or both. Each reward will be a Steam inventory item for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. Once completed, claim your reward in the Events page on your World of Trucks profile.
The event will be concluded on Sunday, the 1st of November at 23:59 UTC.
We're super excited to welcome you back to the legendary land of Brackenreach and hear tales of your journeys through the veil once more. From the misty marshes to Castle Brackenhelm, the three guardian witches await your help, with gifts of fire, earth and air to thank you for your deliveries. It means so much to all the teams who brought this magical land to life to see you return, and we’d love to see photos of your adventures as you reach your goals and claim the sisters’ rewards this Halloween. Share your screenshots and videos with us using the hashtag #ReturnToBrackenreach on our Facebook ATS / ETS2, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram profiles, and we will share our favourite ones.
