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 fanbase and an incredible selection of mods. But with thousands available, choosing the best can be overwhelming. Here are ten top mods to significantly enhance your ATS experience. Remember, compatibility may vary, so enable and disable mods individually as needed within the game.

TruckersMP: Multiplayer Mayhem

While American Truck Simulator now features a built-in multiplayer mode, TruckersMP offers a superior experience. Team up with up to 63 other players across multiple servers, all moderated to ensure fair play. While ATS's Convoy mode is fun, TruckersMP surpasses it in several aspects.

Realistic Truck Wear: A More Authentic Driving Experience

ATS allows truck purchases, but in-game damage to your current vehicle is unavoidable. This mod refines the damage system for increased realism. Instead of immediate tire replacement, retreading is now an option, adding a layer of strategy. However, insurance costs increase, incentivizing safe driving. The Steam Workshop discussions, featuring insights from real truckers, are also worth exploring.

Sound Fixes Pack: Immersive Audio Enhancements

This mod, also available for Euro Truck Simulator 2, introduces numerous audio tweaks and new sounds. From enhanced wind sounds with open windows to subtle reverb under bridges, the improvements are noticeable and add to the game's atmosphere. Five new air horns are an added bonus!

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

Real-world brand integration in open-world games is rare. This mod cleverly incorporates brands like Walmart, UPS, and Shell, adding a layer of authenticity to the ATS environment.

Realistic Truck Physics: Enhanced Handling

This mod focuses on improving vehicle suspension and other aspects for a more realistic driving feel, without making the game excessively difficult. It's also available for Euro Truck Simulator 2.

Ludicrously Long Trailers: A Hilarious Challenge

For those seeking a unique challenge (especially streamers!), this mod introduces absurdly long trailers. The turning radius is extreme, making maneuvering a true test of skill. Note: This mod is not compatible with multiplayer.

Realistic Brutal Graphics and Weather: Enhanced Visuals

This mod enhances the weather system with improved visuals and new skyboxes, creating more realistic atmospheric conditions, from subtle fog to dense mist, without demanding high-end hardware.

Slow Traffic Vehicles: Real-World Obstacles

This mod introduces slow-moving vehicles like tractors and garbage trucks, adding a layer of realism and challenge to the driving experience. Overtaking becomes a strategic maneuver.

Optimus Prime: Transform Your Trucking Experience

Transformers fans rejoice! This mod offers eight different Optimus Prime skins, including the G1 version and movie iterations. Requires purchasing a Freightliner FLB truck.

More Realistic Fines: A Riskier Approach

This mod makes breaking traffic laws more nuanced. You might escape fines for speeding or running red lights unless caught on camera or by police. However, this increased risk significantly increases the chance of accidents.

These ten mods offer a significant upgrade to your American Truck Simulator experience. For European adventures, explore the top mods for Euro Truck Simulator 2 as well!