The long‑awaited Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator now has an official release date — May 14th, 2026. SCS Software confirmed the news alongside a brand‑new video trailer, offering the first full cinematic look at the landscapes, cities, and industries of The Prairie State.
Official Video Trailer
The reveal trailer, created by SCS’s in‑house video team, highlights:
– 🌆 Chicago’s skyline, dense traffic, and complex road network
– 🌾 Vast agricultural regions stretching across central Illinois
– 🏭 Industrial zones and freight corridors inspired by real‑world locations
– 🌉 Landmarks and unique infrastructure recreated with high accuracy
The trailer is available on the SCS YouTube channel and the official blog.
Release Date
– 🗓️ May 14th, 2026
– 🚚 Launches simultaneously on Steam as a full map expansion
– ⭐ Players are encouraged to wishlist the DLC to receive release notifications
What Awaits in Illinois
The DLC promises a rich trucking experience across one of the Midwest’s most important states:
– 🌆 Chicago, with its skyscrapers and intricate interchanges
– 🌽 Agricultural heartlands filled with fields, silos, and rural depots
– 🏭 Industrial hubs tied to manufacturing, logistics, and rail
– 🛣️ Authentic highways connecting major cities and small towns
SCS emphasizes that every location is crafted to deliver realistic, immersive trucking across the state.
Route 66 – Fully Driveable
With the release of Illinois, American Truck Simulator reaches a major milestone:
– 🛤️ Route 66 becomes fully driveable from end to end
– 🌄 Players can experience the entire historic highway across multiple states
– 📸 Ideal for scenic drives, screenshots, and nostalgia‑filled hauls
This marks the first time the legendary route is complete in ATS.
