Mod 1.39: Exhaust Smoke

: Many custom truck mods (non-SCS) will not show smoke because modders often edit the original exhaust file paths that this mod relies on. Community Reception

: Different versions exist, ranging from standard transparent heat shimmer effects to Thick Black Smoke for those wanting a "rolling coal" aesthetic.

While popular for its visual flair, some users note that early versions lacked "oscillation"—meaning the smoke didn't always realistically increase during acceleration or decrease while idling. Additionally, some players prefer subtle heat effects over thick smoke, citing that modern diesel engines in the real world rarely produce visible emissions unless they are malfunctioning. Steam Workshop::Smoke in my Trucks

Originally designed for game version , this mod addresses a frequent request for more "old-school" realism in truck simulators.

To ensure the mod functions correctly, users typically need to manage their mod load order:

: It generally works with all original SCS Software trucks. However, it often requires players to visit a dealership and manually add an exhaust part to see the effect.

The is a visual enhancement for American Truck Simulator (ATS) and Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) that adds realistic, visible exhaust emissions to player-owned trucks and AI traffic. Mod Features and Mechanics

: If you use a "Heavy Smoke" addon, you often must have the base "Smoke in my Trucks" mod activated simultaneously.

• EXHAUST SMOKE MOD 1.39