Top 10 Best Mods for American Truck Simulator

Experience the open road like never before with American Truck Simulator! This sequel to the popular Euro Truck Simulator 2 boasts a massive following and an incredible selection of mods. Choosing the right ones can be overwhelming, so here are ten top mods to enhance your ATS gameplay. Remember, mods might not all be compatible, but you can easily enable or disable them individually within the game.

TruckersMP: Multiplayer Mayhem

While American Truck Simulator now features a multiplayer mode, the fan-created TruckersMP mod takes it to another level. Team up with up to 63 other players across multiple servers, complete with a moderation team to keep things fair. It even surpasses ATS's built-in Convoy mode in several aspects.

Realistic Truck Wear: A More Realistic Driving Experience

ATS lets you buy new trucks, but maintaining your current rig is key. This mod refines the damage system, making it more realistic. Repair options are improved (like retreading tires), but insurance costs increase, encouraging safer driving. The Steam Workshop discussions, featuring insights from real truckers, are a bonus!

Sound Fixes Pack: Immersive Audio Enhancements

This mod, also available for ETS2, improves and expands the game's audio. Noticeable changes include more realistic wind sounds with open windows and enhanced reverb under bridges, creating a more immersive driving experience. Five new air horns are an added treat!

Real Companies, Gas Stations, and Billboards: A Touch of Authenticity

Real-world brands are rarely seen in open-world games, but this mod adds Walmart, UPS, Shell, and many more, enhancing the game's realism and immersion.

Realistic Truck Physics: Enhanced Handling

This mod focuses on improving vehicle suspension and other aspects, making the driving experience more true-to-life without making the game excessively difficult. It's also available for ETS2.

Ludicrously Long Trailers: A Hilarious Challenge

For a truly unique experience (especially for streamers), this mod lets you haul ridiculously long trailers. While challenging, it's a fun way to spice things up. Note: this mod is single-player only.

Realistic Brutal Graphics and Weather: Enhanced Visuals

This mod enhances the game's weather system with improved visuals and new skyboxes, offering more realistic fog and weather effects without demanding high-end hardware.

Slow Traffic Vehicles: Realistic Road Obstacles

Experience the frustration (and occasional thrill) of encountering slow-moving vehicles like tractors and combines on the road. Overtaking is an option, but be prepared for potential traffic jams.

Optimus Prime: Transform Your Trucking Experience

Transformers fans rejoice! This mod adds eight different Optimus Prime skins, including G1 and movie versions, for compatible trucks.

More Realistic Fines: Risk and Reward

This mod makes breaking traffic laws a bit more nuanced. You might get away with speeding or running red lights if not caught on camera or by police. However, remember the inherent risks involved!

These ten mods offer a fantastic way to enhance your American Truck Simulator experience. If you're also an ETS2 player, be sure to check out the top mods for that game as well.