🎮 Great news from
SCS Software presenting ,
,East St. Louis city " from the new upcoming map expansion
Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator game.
East St. Louis is one of the major industrial hubs featured in the upcoming
Illinois DLC for
American Truck Simulator. Located directly across the Mississippi River from St. Louis, Missouri, the city plays a crucial role in freight, rail, and heavy industry — and SCS has recreated it with high detail and strong regional identity.
Location & Atmosphere– 🌆 Positioned on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River, facing the St. Louis skyline
– 🏛️ Clear views of the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis from the Illinois side
– 🚚 A dense network of freight routes, rail lines, and industrial corridors
– 🛤️ Historically one of the busiest rail hubsin the United States
Key Industries & DepotsEast St. Louis is heavily industrial, offering a wide range of cargo opportunities:
– 🔩 Large steel facility for metal production
– 🧱 Manufacturing & construction‑material depots
– 🛢️ Refinery and chemical plants for tanker jobs
– 🌾 Grain mills & storage sites connecting agriculture to national routes
– 🚛 Intermodal terminals & rail yards supporting container and mixed freight
Freight Opportunities– 🏗️ Steel, metal products
– 🧪 Chemicals & refinery cargo
– 🌽 Grain, agricultural goods
– 📦 Containers & intermodal freight
– 🧱 Construction materials
Whether you’re hauling heavy machinery, tankers, or bulk goods, East St. Louis provides constant job variety.
Regional Transport Details– 🚊 The area features black‑and‑blue trams from the St. Louis light‑rail system
– 🛤️ Players pass large rail yards and depots, reflecting the city’s historic rail importance
– 🌉 Cross‑river views reinforce the connection between Illinois and Missouri
Why East St. Louis Matters in ATS– 🏭 It’s one of the most industrially dense cities in the Illinois DLC
– 🚚 Offers high‑traffic freight corridors and diverse job types
– 🛣️ Strengthens the realism of the Mississippi River region
– 🏙️ Adds visual depth with the St. Louis skyline as a backdrop
Welcome to East St. Louis! Today, we’re taking a closer look at this historic city, which will be featured in our upcoming
Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator. We hope you enjoy this preview of the industrial hub that our teams have recreated in detail.
East St. Louis sits on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River, directly across from St. Louis, Missouri. As part of the wider metro area, the city has long played a key role in transport and heavy industry. Its location along the river helps support a dense network of freight routes, rail lines, and industrial sites that serve the region.
Drivers travelling through East St. Louis will see clear views across the Mississippi River toward the St. Louis skyline. Players will recognise several landmarks on the other side, including the world-famous Gateway Arch and parts of downtown St. Louis.
Industry defines much of East St. Louis, which serves as a major hub for metal production and heavy industry. Drivers will be able to deliver cargo to a large steel facility, along with other sites tied to manufacturing and construction materials. A nearby refinery and several chemical plants add to the mix, creating steady demand for tanker and heavy haul jobs.
Agriculture also feeds into the region’s supply chain. Several grain mills and storage sites connect local farming output to national transport routes, giving drivers additional freight options across the area.
Rail transport remains a major part of the city’s identity. At the turn of the 20th century, East St. Louis was one of the busiest rail hubs in the United States, and that legacy still shows today. Players will pass large rail yards, intermodal terminals, and railway depots where cargo moves between trains and trucks.
While travelling through the metro area, players may also notice the black-and-blue trams that run through the wider St. Louis region. These light rail vehicles link communities on both sides of the Mississippi River.
Whether you're hauling steel, chemicals, grain, or containers, East St. Louis offers plenty of freight opportunities in this working industrial hub along one of America’s most important waterways.
We hope you enjoyed this look at East St. Louis. We look forward to sharing more from the upcoming Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator soon. If you like what you see, be sure to add Illinois to your Steam Wishlist. You can also follow our social media channels for the latest development news, screenshots, and previews. Until next time, keep on truckin’
