ATS 1.56 Open Beta
Today SCS released 1.56 Open Beta branch for American Truck Simulator to try and test out. SCS teams are currently adapting to a new update cycle. Because future console releases will require to lock in content earlier, this adjustment helps better coordinate timing across every platform.
Changelog
Gameplay
- Dynamic Cargo Improvements
- Camera Zoom – Hold/Toggle
Visual
- Height Blend
UI
- New Profile Creation and Start-up Flow
- Management UI/UX Improvements
Other
- DLC Browser
More details in SCS Software blog
Nordic Horizons DLC Official Trailer
Along with the announcement for truck simulators release on consoles, SCS also revealed Official trailer for upcoming ETS2 expansion Nordic Horizons DLC. The trailer is in traditional dramatic style with no surprises. We still have no evidence that the expansion will be released in 2025 and so early trailer revealed is linked mostly to Gamescom where it was presented.
According to #SCS, development of this DLC took more than two years and 2 map development teams. And in terms of area it might be bigger that two latest DLC (Greece and West Balkans) together. For sure Nordic roads and lands not so saturated as Balkan small countries or Greece but we hope it will bring us amazing landscape mapping and long haul experience.
Currently new trailer is not available on Youtube but you can see it on social medias, e.g. Facebook
In video below I collected available footages and pics of #NordicHorizons WIP before the trailer.
Map Combo Study 08.21.2025
If you just started with mods and map combination please see beginner’s guide. If you ask obvious questions explained in that guide most probably you will be send to watch it again.
Regarding actual map combinations for both games on version 1.55 we have setups for both games and I’m sure they are not final. While no significant changes in America and ATS combo is actual and on hold on improvements, European combination growing almost every day. Below you will find massive setup for 55 maps for ETS2 and soon it will be expanded with new released maps like Eurafrica, Great Steppe, Poland Rebuilding, updated Sibirmap and other maps. I need time to assemble and test it so I hope we can see it not early that the weekend.
Before start to combine maps on your side please always check if the guide you see is latest and actual. Please also follow rules and requirements – correct load order, DLCs compatibility and avoid extra mods that did not mentioned in the guide. Every single mod (not only map) can break the game and you will have a problems.
Today for Europe we have mentioned mega map combo with 55 and it will be updated soon.
ETS2 Mega map combo 55 maps (08.17.2025)
For American 1.55 you can still build 17 maps setup with all major maps including latest Beyond, Promods Canada, ATS Expansion. Combo requires latest Iowa DLC and some maps also other DLCs dependent. Please see the guide for smart shopping of American DLC with bundles. For American configuration we use only free mods.
ATS Big Map Combo (08.02.2025)
While European setup is on development and soon we will see the update with fresh mods, American one will be probably actual for some time, minor mod versions updated and links are actualized.
Guides mentioned above and could be helpful:
Map Combo Study 08.04.2025
First of all – if you just started with mods and map combination please see beginner’s guide. I’m planning to update the guide a bit with actual dates and new UI which came in 1.51 (2024) after this guide was recorded.
Regarding actual map combinations for both games on version 1.55 I have already prepared setups for both games and obviously they are not final. So before start to combine maps on your side please always check if the guide you see is latest and actual. Please also follow rules and requirements – correct load order, DLCs compatibility and avoid extra mods that did not mentioned in the guide. Every single mod (not only map) can break the game and you will have a problems.
For Europe we have mega map combo with 42 maps but it doesn’t include newely released maps like Promods and Beyond, so the combo need to be updated soon.
ETS2 Mega map combo 42 maps (07.28.2025)
For American 1.55 you can build 17 maps setup with all major maps including latest Beyond, Promods Canada, ATS Expansion. Combo requires latest Iowa DLC and some maps also other DLCs dependent. Please see the guide for smart shopping of American DLC with bundles. For American configuration we use only free mods.
17 Maps map combo (08.02.2025)
While European setup is on development and soon we will see the update with fresh mods, American one will be probably actual for some time.
Guides mentioned above and could be helpful:
New Rules in ETS2 Achievements.
You don’t need to explore 100% of map to get famous Pathfinder achievement. As well as I’m a GPS and other tough Steam trophies for ETS2. With the release of 1.55 for Euro Truck Simulator 2 SCS redesigned achievements system and even if you have all map DLC it is much easier to get them.
Beyond by TerraMaps V5 – ATS 1.55 Released
A days after European version of Beyond reveal we got also American version of the popular mod by TerraMaps. Beyond V5 for ATS 1.55 comes with exciting new content.
Changelog:
* Compatibility with ATS 1.55
* Adds: Renault Megane in Saint Martin (French Side) with @Pikachu contribution (Marian),
* Adds: Police Renault Megane in Saint Martin (French Side) with @Pikachu contribution (Marian),
* Adds: Loading Screen Logo and New Message – Content Change Detected – (Marian),
* Bugs previously reported are all fixed (Pilot and Marian)
Official Link: https://terramaps.net/download/
Promods 2.75 for ETS2 1.55 released
As well as Middle East 2.75 Add-on and additional ProMods Trailer & Company Pack and ProMods Cabin Accessories Pack for Euro Truck Simulator 1.55. It has no new content so it is the same as Promods 2.74 but compatible to 1.55 so we will be waiting for new updates later. We also have to wait for Great Steppe Addon which is in development.
As always Promods and its add-ons available on https://promods.net
How to download it – guide for 1.55:
Beyond by TerraMaps V5 for ETS2 1.55 Released
Beyond V5 for ETS2 for 1.55 released and welcome the return of Corfu Map! That’s right, Corfu island has returned to Beyond ETS2 and is awaiting your Greek adventures
Changelog
📌Compatibility with ETS2 1.55
📌Adds: Corfu Island
📌Adds: Loading Screen Logo and New Message – Content Change Detected -(Marian)
📌Bug fixes from previous versions (Jerry & Wafliman)
📌Bugs previously reported are all fixed
Official Link: https://terramaps.net/download/
ProMods Canada 1.4.1 for ATS v1.55 released
Promods team released its American mod for Canada. You can download it from Promods website. No new content in this version, just compatibility with 1.55
European version of the mod is still work-in-progress, and probably will be released in August.
Farm Machinery Stream in 3 Minutes
Agriculture plays a vital role in Europe’s landscape, economy, and culture. From small family farms to large industrial operations, farmers depend on a wide range of equipment to keep their fields productive, but none of it would arrive without you, the trucker, delivering it.
