GDC Logistics – Realistic Economy Mod

As the GDC Logistics Economy mod develops; we’ll continue to push the limitations of the game to make things are realistic as possible. We have quite a ways to go but we are working hard to bring you the best experience. See changelog for more information on updates.

CURRENT MARKET RATES (Last Updated December 3rd, 2023):

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*Market rate averages are based on SCS Standard Delivery Dry Van Freight- the most basic; default cargo a player would haul with a brand new profile, and these rates are represented as if the player is a Owner/Operator who finds his own loads or through his VTC.

UPCOMING CHANGES AND UPDATE INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON TRELLO [trello.com]

Key Features:
* Owner-Operator Player Guide Book [drive.google.com] written by Experienced, Real-life Truck Drivers to help you play as realistically as possible.
*Built in Truck/Trailer/Parts Unlock from level 0 (For SCS items only)

*Integration of GDC Logistics Realistic Fuel Prices Mod for ATS (WIP – SCS Maps Only): Price Sheet Link [drive.google.com]

*improved and more realistic AI driver hiring fees and operating cost.
*Realistic truck/trailer wear.
*Improved damage properties. There is an increased risk of totaling your truck and trailer in a significant accident!
*Realistic cargo rates and cargo availability that adjust to real world market conditions.
*Seasonal cargo rates: See higher or lower rates for different types of cargo based on the time of year (Work in Progress)
*Improved bank loan system: More options, and loan amounts/interest rates react to real world actions taken by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
*New Credit Limits based on player skill level:
Level 0-2, $100’000
Level 3-9, $250’000
Level 10-29, $750’000
Level 30-39, $2’500’000
Level 40-49, $5’000’000
Level 50+, $10’000’000

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Game Version Compatibility:
-1.37-1.48 (no longer updated)
-Game Version 1.49 Official Release.

Multiplayer Mod Optional:
No, Download is Required For Both Host and Guest.

Map Compatibility:
-Since this is primarily an economic mod; it should work with all maps.

Cargo/Trailer Compatibility:
-The mod is expected to work with a majority of all cargo and trailer mods. However, some rates per mile may be higher or lower than normal with certain trailer mods that have their own unique cargo and internal rate per kilometer/mile information.

Key Changes to Game Economy

Realistic Rates Per Mile:

-Rates are now based on national Spot and Contract Freight Rate information pulled from DAT Trendlines [DAT.com]
-As of now, rate increases and decreases are based on National Dryvan Rates only as there is no way to differentiate between Dryvan, Flatbed, and Reefer Rates in game independently. However; tweaks to in game files are being made to make up for this limitation. Players may see that reefer and flatbed rates will be higher or lower than van rates depending on real world economic situations for example.
-Jobs from The Freight Market (Based on Spot Market Rates) may pay higher than the Cargo Market (Based on Contract Rates), and vice versa. This all depends on changes to the real world economy. Players must pay attention to the market rates to see which will be most profitable.

Cargo Availability:
-Cargo may be scarce during holiday times or because of changes to the real world economy. For Example, players may find a low amount of freight options during Christmas time; but due to many drivers choosing to stay home for the holidays; any business that actually need freight hauled may pay a premium price because of a lack of available trucks!

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How to Get Started:

*** NEW INSTALLATION AND PLAYER GUIDE RELEASED ***

To better serve you, we have released a draft version of our Owner Operator Guide which will help you install our mod and provide you with tips and tricks to play as realistically as possible. Please download using the link below. Players are encouraged to bookmark this link, as any new update to the Owner Operator Guide will be made available using this link.

LINK: GDC Logistics Realistic Economy Mod – Owner Operator Guide [drive.google.com]

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Please report all bugs, errors and crashes to us in the comment section below or by emailing us at [email protected] or joining our discord to submit your game log file located in your ATS documents folder.

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