GDC Logistics – Realistic Economy Mod (ETS2)
By popular request, we have released a version of the GDC Logistics Realistic Economy Mod for Euro Truck Simulator 2!
Key Features:
*Built in Truck/Trailer/Parts Unlock from level 0 (For SCS items only)
*Integration of GDC Logistics Realistic Fuel Prices Mod for ETS2. (WIP – SCS Maps Only)
*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
CURRENT MARKET STATUS (Last Updated October 28th, 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.
CURRENT EUROPEAN FUEL PRICES LIST[drive.google.com]. BOOKMARK THE LINK AFTER OPENING FOR EASIER ACCESS. THE LINK WILL ALWAYS TAKE YOU TO THE MOST RECENT VERSION OF THE FUEL PRICE LIST.
Last Updated: October 23rd, 2023
UPCOMING CHANGES AND UPDATE INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON TRELLO [trello.com]
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Game Version Compatibility:
-1.46 (No Longer Supported)
-1.48 (Current Version)
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.
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How to Get Started:
*** INSTALLATION AND PLAYER GUIDE ***
To better serve you, we have released a draft version of our Installation & Professional Driver 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 – Installation & Professional Driver Guide (Draft Version – Updated October 30th 2023) [drive.google.com]
***DONATIONS***
Your support through PayPal[paypal.me], Venmo[account.venmo.com], or our Patreon[www.patreon.com] would be greatly appreciated! Funds will be used to help me to acquire missing DLC that I need to include into future economy mod updates, and to fund other planned projects for ATS and ETS2.
