Implementing Connector Cable System in ETS 2 and ATS

The developers have shared one of the features of the upcoming 1.31 update – a system of hoses and cables between the tractor and trailers.

As seen in the video below, the developers managed to implement physics for the simulated cables and hoses for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. In fact, developing such a seemingly simple feature turned out to be quite a challenging task. It’s also important to remember that when adding this kind of functionality, the developers have to review all existing tractors and trailers in the games once again to add the new functionality for them as well.

The system of connecting cables and hoses will be available on all tractors and trailers, including double and triple trailers, where this functionality will also be present.

In the game settings, you will be able to choose one of three modes for this functionality:
- Full simulation of connecting cables – selecting this option will show cables and hoses between the tractor and all trailers;
- Simplified simulation – only the cables connecting the tractor and the first trailer will be visible here;
- Complete disabling of the connecting cables system.