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And I like to add that "a good reason" is any condition, occurance or action that might call for braking. From slowing down to safely take a turn, adapting your speed to bad weather and visibility conditions, or an emergency stop. Do not let traffic following too closely delay the time at which braking is required.

The fact that the TruckersMP team is aware of the solution to that problem but doesn't put it in action renders me speechless. Why haven't you already added "must own all DLCs" to the requirements of becoming a game moderator? How else is a game moderator supposed to fulfill his duties to the full potential, if he fails to provide all necessary tools for his work?

Fair enough, and the high number of upvotes (suggestion: 14 upvotes, question: 26 upvotes) should be reason enough for the TruckersMP team to seriously re-consider their decision.

Are you talking about tachometers or tachographs? I'd welcome the introduction of working tachographs in both simulators, as it would increase realism.

Here are my favorite pictures taken in Euro Truck SImulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. Enjoy! Euro Truck Simulator 2: American Truck Simulator:

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@OtherGuy, I heartly thank you for providing the results of your detailed research. The question remains on my mind: What (new) in-game events or features would encourage players to invite more friends to join American Truck Simulator in TruckersMP? I have following ideas: regular convoy events adding more diverse job types or special cargo deliveries having monthly or seasonal challenges where players compete for rewards based on factors like distance traveled, cargo delivered, or fuel efficiency enhance the customization options for trucks and trailers introduce dynamic events such as road closures, or extreme weather conditions that require players to work together to overcome challenges and earn rewards Just thinking aloud.

Is an annual event similar to an American National Truck Driving Competition of interest for TruckersMP, in particular against the background of increasing the player numbers in American Truck Simulator? In contrast to other events held in the past in TruckersMP, the National Truck Driving Competition is an event where truck drivers demonstrate their skills in various challenges related to safe driving and maneuvering. It's an opportunity for drivers to showcase their expertise, compete against other drivers, and promote safety in the trucking industry. It's not about motosport categories like racing, drifting, or similar.

@Aligatoor, What do you mean by a "stroboscope flashing light"? Are you referring to the emergency lights of the unmarked police car, like the one on the very right in the picture below?

The picture would have been perfect if the truck had not been mirror-inverted.

Unfortunate, that American Truck Simulator was n-egg-lected.

In general, it is not your fault if another player rear-ends you. In most cases, a rear-end collision is caused by a lack of safety distance, distracted driving, or a combination of the above. As a rule of thumb, the safety distance should be at least half of the driving speed in meters. For example, if one drives at a speed of 100 km/h, the minimum safety distance should be 100 / 2 = 50 meters. Another way to keep your safety distance is the three-second rule. The three-second rule is a rule of thumb stating that you should keep a timely distance of three seconds to a preceding vehicle. In the field that means if a preceding vehicle passes e.g. a traffic sign, a tree or any other fix marker you should pass that spot three seconds later. So when the preceding vehicle passes the spot, just slowly start to count 1,000...2,000...3,000. If you arrive earlier than three seconds, increase your safety distance.

Isn't it the tragic fate of a trucker to understand the limits of himself and his truck far from home?

I really enjoy the angle and depth of field in this shot. Well done!

The revival of nature is a true miracle.

On the rare occasion that I have a soft drink, I choose a classic Coca-Cola.

I took your advise, thought a bit, and came to the conclusion that if one considers the high traffic volume in that area, a toll station might lead to a traffic congestion and worsen the present situation.

Las Vegas occationally has (or had) some more players, but nothing anywhere close to the player numbers of the infamous areas in Europe.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 has been around longer, and consequently has established a larger and more active community. American Truck Simulator provides a diverse range of landscapes, from the deserts of Arizona to the forests of Oregon. It includes iconic trucks like Peterbilt and Kenworth, and distinct highway systems such as the Route 66. And its level of detail and realism is second to none. I love American Truck Simualtor for its immersive portrayal of the iconic american trucking experience. To attract more players, the TruckersMP team and also VTCs could promote it more prominently by organizing regular events, like convoys,, truck driving championships, etc.

Your suggestion lacks a definition of the term "larger number". Your suggestion lacks evidence that the uphill driving time is extended by 5 to 10 minutes in comparison when a player is hauling a locomotive. Your suggestion seems to be based on impatience.

@Sho Doing, you have right of way. Oncoming left turning traffic, as well as traffic that enters the intersection are required to give way.

It might help you to change the radio to another channel or to deactivate the chat.

Thanks for your suggestions. All prospective staff members are required to complete a corresponding training to be fit for active duty. Why would an ordinary player be given the permission to act as a moderator without proper training? How do the provided requirements ensure that the chosen player is fit for the task? In particular, how does a player's... ... time spent in the game, ... duration of membership, and ... number of DLCs qualify him or her for a job as moderator? What happens if a player meets all requirements but can't afford all DLC's?