There is nothing like getting behind the wheel of a truck and cruising down highways to deliver cargo in Euro Truck Simulator 2. Getting the full experience of learning to control these large vehicles then being able to enjoy the long drives and chill atmosphere is what really makes the game an enriching simulation.
But any game can always use some additional content or some upgrades. Luckily, the Euro Truck Simulator community has worked hard to create various different mods for people to enjoy. From world expansions to design upgrades, there is plenty of different add-ons that could change the current experience for the better.
Updated on September 6th, 2021, by Chris Birsner: As time goes on, the Euro Truck Simulator 2 community continues to grow at a rapid pace. More and more drivers are hitting the road looking to build up their trucking business. While the game itself is an attraction for players, there's also a lot of people who dive in because of the vast modding community.
Because of the sheer amount of add-ons out there, there is every possible reason for someone to get behind the wheel of a truck. There are also new experiences being created each day by players out there and it's important to stay on top of the best ETS2 mods that are being put out.
15 Real Traffic Density And Ratio
Mod by Cipinho
Driving on the open roads can be really relaxing, but sometimes the roads are a bit too relaxing. The "Real Traffic Density And Ratio" mod by Cipinho takes a rational look at the traffic system and implements a new one that makes the most sense while not overloading any games.
According to the mod's description, it uses "rational spawn numbers" to determine the exact volume of cars depending on the time of day. Rush hour will see more cars around, but the add-on does keep in mind that ETS2 doesn't overload.
14 Real Advertisements
Mod by Sinagrit Baba
It isn't the most game-changing mod, but "Real Advertisements" is definitely one if players are looking for a bit more immersion when they are driving on the road in Europe. The mod tweaks the billboards and other advertisements in the game to have actual advertisements that have appeared in real life.
There are a total of 269 advertisements, with each ad edited to use the language of the native country the ad sits in. Advertisements come from local companies as well as international corporations.
13 ETS2 Local Radio
Mod by Koenvh1
Driving along the open roads can be great, but it's understandable that people need something good to listen to. To further enhance the game's immersion, Koenvh1 created a mod called "ETS2 Local Radio" to give players an authentic radio experience.
The mod features broadcasts from 5,000 different radio stations and will broadcast specifically in the areas that they are broadcasting from. This means that players can listen to French radio in France and Swedish radio in Sweden. All of the radio stations provided are available in 20 different languages.
12 SiSL's Mega Pack
Mod by SiSL
Being able to customize what kind of truck is driven around is great, but why let the customization stop there? In "SiSL's Mega Pack," players will get to customize the place that they will spend the most time in over the course of the game: their truck's cabin.
This mod contains over 400 different accessories that can be used to decorate the dashboard as well as the ability to bring along a companion. This can include a fellow human driver or a pet, like a cat or a dog, that will happily go on the adventure with the player.
11 BDF Tandem Truck Pack
Mod by Flemming V
One of the thrills of ETS2 is overcoming the difficulty curve of driving a large vehicle on major roads and making tight turns with it. For an extra challenge, one of the best mods that adds some extra options is the "BDF Tandem Truck Pack."
A mod by Flemming V, the pack adds an additional 17 trucks to the game that range in brands from Volvo to Scania. Plus, there are 120 chassis, 310 cargo body boxes, and 27 tandem trailers. There are also a few additional trailers that are invisible, letting players drive around with just the truck itself.
10 RusMap
Mod by aldimator
A common mod in the Euro Truck Simulator 2 community is map expansions that add more areas for players to drive around and experience as they travel across Europe. One of the popular mods out there is an expansion to Russia called "RusMap."
Created by the user aldimator, the mod adds 63 different cities across the large country and 25 cities in the Republic of Belarus. There is a great level of detail to this mod that includes some small towns sprinkled across the large road system that has been created.
9 Google Maps Navigation
Mod by Sinagrit Baba
Euro Truck Simulator 2 has a navigation system that will get players from point A to point B without much trouble, but maybe it'll be easier to navigate with something more familiar to drivers in real life? Another mod by Sinagrit Baba, this add-on makes the truck's GPS sync up with Google Maps.
This means that the UI for the map is completely reworked to look like the software most people on the road are familiar with. There are also some subtle settings that can be tinkered with, such as brightness and the position of the speed limit on the screen.
8 Paris Rebuild
Mod by Grimes
While some go out of their way to implement mods that include vast additions and changes to countries, sometimes it is the focus on a single city that can make a world of difference. This is the case in Grimes' "Paris Rebuild" mod.
The mod not only fixes and re-opens roads that were closed off but also implements some new roads as well. In addition, the mod implements some classic Paris monuments such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame. The France DLC is obviously required to enjoy this mod.
7 City Lighting
Mod by SiSL
Being on the road at night can be a bit scary, but at least the streets are lit up for players to see where they are going, Of course, it would be nice if these lights were a bit more realistic looking overall. SiSL makes their second appearance on the list with their mod "City Lighting."
Simply put, the mod adds some natural color to the existing street lights that are in the game. Specifically, players may notice the more orangey hue that may emit while driving on city side roads. The creator does warn that the mod may not work with other map expansion mods.
6 Realistic Graphics Mod
Mod by Frkn64
The game itself is rather nice looking, but Euro Truck Simulator 2 can always use a glow-up or two. One of the best aesthetically pleasing mods is the "Realistic Graphics Mod" by Frkn64. Among the many changes this add-on makes is adding 70 kinds of high-quality sky textures, 30 kinds of realistic road textures, and more realistic weather conditions.
The game also adds overall enhancements to the graphics such as adding new light flares, new special effects, and simple adjustments to the overall brightness, shadows, and colors of the game.
5 First Snow
Mod by Julien
While there is a presence of weather in the game, one thing stays consistent: the seasons do not change. This could be fixed slightly by adding one significant weather effect: snow. In the "First Snow" mod made by Julien, the world can now experience what it's like to be covered in a layer of snow.
The mod is quite detailed as it will clearly show road marks in the snow to indicate where to drive. Snow will also be perfectly layered on various objects off the side of the roads such as trees and fences.
4 Jazzycat Trucks, Buses, and Cars
Mod by Jazzycat
Jazzycat is known in the Euro Truck Simulator 2 community for being the creator of some of the coolest vehicles that can be added to the roads or actually be driven in. Every mod that the user makes adds a plethora of new vehicles to the road, greatly enhancing the driving experience as it makes the world more immersive.
Modifications include adding vehicles such as motorcycles, buses, railway cargo, military cargo, and a wide variety of new-looking trucks just to name a few. Each pack has a ton of additions, so players won't be left wanting more.
3 Sound Fixes Pack
Mod by Jazzycat
Speaking of Jazzycat's work, they also go beyond the scope of just adding vehicles. They also worked on a pack that should give players a must more immersive experience when playing the game.
In the "Sound Fixes Pack," there are a wide variety of changes that drastically improve the sound of both the vehicle being driven and the environment that the player is driving in. This includes simple things like the sound of the door closing after refueling to adding an English voice-over for navigation. It's a small mod, but one of the best ETS2 mods out there.
2 ProMods Europe Map
Mod by ProMods
If players are looking for a truly massive expansion to the game's current map, the "ProMods Europe Map" is for them. This modification adds 106 new cities to travel to across 20 new countries, including Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Spain, and Ukraine.
In addition, 251 cities were either added or improved in the 22 countries that were already available in the game. While the mod itself is free, it does require Euro Truck Simulator 2 players to install almost all of the game's DLC, from “Going East!” to “Road to the Black Sea.”
1 TruckersMP
Mod by Smoky & TruckersMP Team
Driving on the road can get a bit lonely, so how great would it be to drive in a world with fellow players? One of the most active mods in the community, "TruckersMP" makes it possible for players to be driving on the same roads together by using dedicated servers.
Thousands of players have used this mod over the years and it's still actively going thanks to a moderation team and an active space for people to interact, including creating companies for players to join and being able to start their own events.