We’re excited to share with our community that the 1.57 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now officially released! This free update brings new content, refreshed DLCs, quality of life improvements, and more. Let’s dive in and take a look at what’s in store.
Before we take you through all the new features this update brings to the game, we would like to thank everyone who took part in the Open Beta and reported issues on our forum. This really helped us fine-tune the update and make it ready for the full update release.
Scandinavia Refresh
Update 1.57 for ETS2 brings the long-awaited refresh for the Scandinavia DLC. Our team has embarked on an ambitious refresh of the Scandinavia map expansion to create and bring the region up to the quality standards of newer map content.
Key improvements include:
- A full refresh of the region with updated textures, vegetation, and road assets, alongside new rest stops and fuel stations.
- A major overhaul of the road network: custom-designed junctions replacing old prefabs (notably around Denmark’s motorways and Sweden’s busy E-corridors).
- New map additions, including the brand-new cities of Aarhus in Denmark and Karlstad in Sweden, along with a completely rebuilt Copenhagen featuring modern infrastructure and landmark recreations to enrich the network and scenery, and much more for you to discover!
HDR Support
We are implementing HDR (High Dynamic Range) support in the game. HDR is a feature that enhances image quality, allowing players with HDR-compatible monitors or TVs to experience richer colours and improved contrast.
Alongside HDR, we are also updating the brightness setup to give players more control over visual settings. This will include a dedicated setup screen where you can preview your brightness adjustments on actual in-game images, as well as an HDR Calibration feature, which lets you fine-tune the HDR effect using a simple slider.
For players using HDR-compatible displays, the feature will be automatically enabled in the game, ensuring you get the best possible visual experience from the moment you start playing.
Cursor Navigation Enhancements
We've also fine-tuned the cursor navigation experience. The cursor speed is now consistent across all screen resolutions, and the overall speed and control precision have been slightly increased when using a controller, making navigation smoother and more responsive.
Dynamic Cargo Loading and Unloading
The long-awaited dynamic loading and unloading feature is debuting in Euro Truck Simulator 2, bringing even more immersion and realism to your trucking experience.
Originally introduced in American Truck Simulator, this feature will now appear in selected custom and prefab depots across ETS2, starting with locations in the Nordic Horizons DLC and expanding to suitable depots throughout the base map, other map DLCs, and even a custom shipyard in Athens, Greece.
For the initial rollout, logging trailers will be the first to benefit from this feature. Players hauling Logs, Large Tubes, or Iron Pipes will see material handlers or crawler excavators dynamically loading and unloading their cargo. Simply position your trailer in the designated area, and the process will start automatically, adding a satisfying touch of realism to every delivery.
From sawmills and construction sites to steelworks and material stores, drivers will find plenty of opportunities to try out this new system. And this is just the beginning, our team plans to expand dynamic loading and unloading to more cargo types and locations in future updates.
More information about Dynamic Cargo Loading and Unloading can be found here.
Scania R/S SUPER, 770 V8 + Smart Dash
The Scania R & S series will receive a major overhaul in 1.57, introducing the newest SUPER engines (420–560 hp) and V8 powertrains (590, 660, 770 hp) alongside Opticruise G25, G33, and G38 transmissions.
Inside, drivers can enjoy Scania’s new Smart Dash and Smart Dash Advanced interiors, available in several variants. On the outside, there are fresh customization options such as SUPER badges, sensor-equipped fenders, and official Scania SUPER and 770 paint jobs for both trucks and trailers.
Check out the Scania R & S Trucks Update blog to learn more.
Special Transport DLC Update
We have some thrilling new content for owners of the Special Transport DLC. This free update adds two massive new cargoes designed to push your driving precision and skill to the limit, perfect for those who love a real challenge on the road.
Wind Turbine Blade
First up is the Wind Turbine Blade, an impressive 30-metre load that demands full control and focus. Hauled on a 4-axle steerable trailer, this heavy cargo will test even the most experienced drivers. You’ll find this contract available from Rostock to Berlin in Germany and, for those exploring the upcoming Nordic Horizons DLC, from Jyväskylä to Vaasa.
Underground Loader
The second addition, the Underground Loader, is a mining powerhouse that comes with serious weight and scale. Carried on a 6-axle low loader trailer, this job will challenge your ability to handle long and heavy loads, with routes available from Dortmund to Hannover and Narvik to Kiruna in Nordic Horizons.
You can find out more information in this blog.
Krone Trailer Pack DLC Update
The Krone Trailer Pack DLC is expanding with several new configurations and visual upgrades! This update introduces city versions of existing Krone trailers, each featuring steerable axles for improved manoeuvrability in tight urban environments.New Additions Include:
- Profi Liner City
- Cool Liner City
- Dry Liner City
- Profi Liner HCT
- Profi Liner gains a new body variant: Profi Liner TIR with sideboards.
- Profi Liner and Dry Liner both receive new 15m chassis and body variants
- The Profi Liner building variant receives a new chassis with a steerable axle plus an additional new body design
Reworked Players' Company Logos & Paint Jobs
Last but not least, the update 1.57 refreshes your company identity with a new set of logos to choose from when creating or updating your profile. The classic designs were modernized to give every company a fresh but familiar look.
The update also adds new customisation options for paint jobs - you can now choose your own colours using the RGB picker or select from preset combinations to create a look that perfectly fits your company’s identity.
You can read the full blog about Reworked Players' Company Logos & Paint Jobs here.
Adjustable Trailer Suspension Height
Adjusting your trailer height can make all the difference when hooking up or making a delivery, and in this update, we're introducing a new feature to help with exactly that. Adjustable trailer suspension height lets you raise or lower your trailer as needed whilst on the road.
Much like the existing option for adjusting your truck’s suspension height, players can set up dedicated hotkeys in the settings to control the trailer suspension, giving you the flexibility to fine-tune the height whenever you need to. It’s a simple but practical addition that we hope you’ll find helpful!
Changelog
Vehicles
- Dynamic Cargo Loading and Unloading
- Scania R/S SUPER, 770 V8 + Smart Dash
- Special Transport DLC Update
- Krone Trailer Pack DLC Update
- Added new AI truck variants to traffic
- Adjustable trailer suspension height controls added
Map
- Scandinavia Refresh
- HDR Support
- Reworked Players' Company Logos & Paint Jobs
UX
- Cursor Navigation Enhancements
