ATS 1.58 Open Beta is Now Live: Test the Biggest Update Yet
The American Truck Simulator 1.58 Open Beta is now available. We invite players to test this major update. Your feedback is crucial. Please report any bugs on our official forums.
This beta contains a huge set of new features and improvements. Let’s explore what’s new.
Route 66 Rework Project
Update 1.58 introduces the Route 66 Rework Project. Our team has refreshed this legendary highway and its surrounding areas. This release focuses on Northern Arizona and parts of New Mexico.
The rework updates sections that no longer match our current mapping standards. It includes a completely rebuilt stretch of I-40 and Historic Route 66.
Updated Cities and New Additions
Many cities in Northern Arizona have been completely rebuilt. These include Kingman, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon Village, Page, Kayenta, Camp Verde, and Show Low.
A brand-new city joins the map: Lake Havasu City. It is located on AZ-95 along the Colorado River. This city is famous for the London Bridge, which was relocated from England in 1971. Players can now drive across this iconic landmark.
The city of Holbrook is replaced by Winslow. In New Mexico, Gallup, Albuquerque, and Tucumcari have also been fully reworked. Famous landmarks like the Hoover Dam and Monument Valley received visual updates too.
Driving Academy: Double Trailer Handling
A new Driving Academy module is here. The Double Trailer Handling module teaches players how to drive trucks with two trailers.
The training is split into three chapters. It starts with forward-driving maneuvers. Then it moves to reversing techniques. Finally, real-world scenarios test your new skills.
Complete all scenarios to earn a cabin accessory: a dachshund toy named Frankie. We also adjusted an achievement in the Truck Driving Proficiency module. “Nerd of the Road” now requires three stars in 15 scenarios instead of 23.
New Truck Garages
All three garage sizes received a complete visual rework. The goal was to modernize these essential spaces. The new garages feature updated interiors, improved lighting, and new details.
Vehicle Physics & Collisions Update
The core physics simulation has been refined. This prepares the game for future vehicle types like those in Road Trip and Coaches. Improvements benefit all trucks.
- Better throttle response based on a proper engine torque map.
- New double-tap throttle control for keyboard users (optional).
- Improved suspension behavior with wheel camber and caster.
- Updated road collision geometry in ATS for better stability.
- Refined turbocharger sounds for more accurate audio feedback.
Complete UI & UX Overhaul
The user interface has been rebuilt for update 1.58. Key changes include:
New Route Advisor (Widget System)
The old Route Advisor is replaced by a customizable widget system. Players can choose which information widgets to display on screen.
Quick Info Feature
The Pause Screen is now the Quick Info hub. It centralizes job details, truck status, controls, and local regulations.
Other Interface Improvements
- Contextual Tutorial Hints: Help appears naturally during gameplay for new players.
- Management Screen Polish: Better visibility of hired driver skills and company info.
- Truck Configurator Fixes: Improved navigation and tooltips for easier customization.
How to Join the Open Beta
This is a beta version. You may encounter bugs or instability. To participate:
- Open your Steam client and go to LIBRARY.
- Right-click on American Truck Simulator and select Properties.
- Go to the Betas tab.
- In the Beta Participation menu, select public_beta.
- No password is required. Restart Steam if the branch is not visible.
We value your feedback. Please share your thoughts and report issues on our official beta forums. Thank you for helping us improve American Truck Simulator!
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