ETS2 1.59 Is Here—And It's Packed

ETS2 1.59 Is Here—And It's Packed

Euro Truck Simulator 2's latest major update, version 1.59, was released on May 6, 2026, bringing a solid cluster of quality-of-life improvements, road network overhauls, and one genuinely cool landmark that sim enthusiasts have been hunting for.

The Big Additions in 1.59

The Volvo Trucks Experience Center (and It's Worth Finding)

In partnership with Volvo Trucks, the update adds the Volvo Trucks Experience Center situated in Gothenburg, Sweden, recreated almost entirely on a 1:1 scale. The facility includes a dedicated driving circuit with sweeping bends, technical corners, elevation changes, and varied road layouts. The catch: it's not marked on your GPS. You have to discover the hidden entrance yourself while driving around Gothenburg—and yes, you'll need the Scandinavia DLC to visit it.

Tow to Road Service

A new feature designed to improve quality of life by reducing frustrating situations—the Tow to Road service allows drivers to quickly recover if their truck overturns or gets stuck in a ditch or uneven terrain. After paying a small fee, you'll be transported to your last safe location on the road, which also helps prevent disruptions in multiplayer/convoy sessions.

Major Benelux Rework

Major overhaul of road networks, notably around Denmark's motorways and Sweden's busy E-corridors, with updated textures, vegetation, road assets, alongside new rest stops and fuel stations.

Other Notable Changes

• Thermo King branded refrigeration units now replace unbranded units on all reefer trailers across base game and DLC

• New Renault customization options (9 new front grilles, digital badges, mirrors, paintable roof grilles)

• Improved retarder behavior and cruise control

• Performance improvements and stability fixes

ProMods Status: Still Catching Up

Here's the thing about ProMods: it's not quite ready for 1.59 yet. ProMods Europe (2.82) is currently in development, while ETS2 remains on version 1.58 compatibility. ProMods Trailer & Company Pack (1.59) and Cabin Accessories Pack (1.59) are both in development.

Don't worry—ProMods devs are working on updates. Just don't jump into 1.59 with your ProMods save without waiting for compatibility announcements. The team has a history of solid support, so updated versions should be rolling out soon.

One interesting note: ProMods is undergoing a "de-brand" initiative, moving real-world company brands from the main map package to a dedicated Trailer & Company Pack, allowing players to choose between real or fictional branding.

Isle of Ireland: The Long-Awaited DLC

While not released yet, the Isle of Ireland DLC will take players across Ireland and Northern Ireland, offering diverse driving through rolling green landscapes, scenic coastal roads, and dynamic cities like Dublin, Belfast, Cork, and Galway, alongside rural towns like Killarney, Sligo, Cashel, and Bushmills.

The expansion will feature iconic landmarks including the Rock of Cashel, Ben Bulben, Samson & Goliath cranes, and the Giant's Causeway, with terrain ranging from tranquil farmlands with stone walls and hedgerows to wild coastal stretches and narrow backroads between quiet settlements.

Ferry ports such as Rosslare will open connections for cross-sea travel.

No release date announced yet—SCS keeps these things under wraps until they're ready. But given the recent blog posts detailing the team's research (March 2026) and map design progress (April 2026), it's clearly in active development. Expected sometime in 2026 or early 2027, most likely.

Should You Update to 1.59?

If you're playing vanilla ETS2: absolutely. The Volvo Experience Center alone is worth it, and the Benelux rework + Tow to Road service are solid improvements.

If you're deep in ProMods: hold tight and wait for the compatibility update. No point breaking your save.

Either way, the ETS2 pipeline is looking healthy. Version 1.59 is the kind of update that shows SCS isn't just tweaking—they're listening and building meaningful content. The Isle of Ireland is going to be worth the wait.

Current ETS2 Status:
Game Version: 1.59 (Released May 6, 2026)
ProMods: Compatible with 1.58; 1.59 updates in development
Next Major DLC: Iceland & Isle of Ireland (TBA, expected 2026–2027)