Improved Suspension for Euro Truck Simulator 2
A physics mod that retunes suspension, cab, tires, brakes and drivetrain on every truck so they behave more authentically. Version 1.9 for ETS2 1.60, with recommended game and wheel settings.
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What this mod does
Improved Suspension is a physics mod by Vaq3r that, despite the name, touches much more than the suspension. It was released in September 2025, has more than 160,000 subscribers on Steam Workshop, and the author lists it as compatible with ETS2 1.60.
What it changes
- Cab: springs, anti-roll bar, travel and weight. Pitch and roll come from averaging a Volvo FH16, a Scania S and a Mercedes New Actros.
- Tires: dry and wet grip based on two real 315/70 R22.5 tires, plus wheel weight and slip.
- Drivetrain and brakes: torque converter, clutch, flywheel inertia and 60/40 brake balance.
- Aerodynamic and rolling resistance, steering ratio, fifth wheel, interior camera and force feedback.
Recommended settings
The author suggests truck stability at 20 %, cab suspension stiffness at 35 %, suspension at 30 %, axle torque at 27 %, braking intensity at 80 % and trailer stability at 35 %. He also gives values for force feedback wheels.
Compatibility
It works with SCS trucks and with modded trucks that don’t come with their own physics. Don’t combine it with other physics mods, such as Realistic Truck Physics.
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Highlights and things to keep in mind
- Retunes cab, tires, brakes and drivetrain using real truck data
- Tiny file and frequent updates (16 change notes)
- Recommended game and wheel settings right in the description
- Stated compatibility with ETS2 1.60 only
- Some users find it too stiff at first
- The author warns the trailer can tip over more easily
Requirements
- Euro Truck Simulator 2 1.60 (the author hasn't confirmed 1.61)
- Steam account to subscribe on the Workshop
- No other physics mod active
How to install it
- Go to the mod's page on Steam Workshop and click "Subscribe".
- Open ETS2 and enable "Improved Suspension" in the Mod Manager.
- Disable any other physics mod.
- In Options > Gameplay, apply the values the author recommends (truck stability 20 %, suspension 30 %, etc.).
- If you use a wheel, adjust force feedback with the values in the description.
- Test the truck loaded before a long trip.
Version history
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1.918 Apr 2026Current
Latest update published on Steam Workshop
Common problems
Does it work with modded trucks?
According to the author, yes, unless the truck has its own physics mod; in that case it isn't applied.
Is it updated for 1.61?
The description only states 1.60 compatibility, and people are asking about 1.61 in the comments with no reply from the author.
Can the trailer tip over?
The author warns that the trailer damping setting can make it tip over more easily.
What settings should I use?
Truck stability 20 %, cab 35 %, suspension 30 %, axle torque 27 %, braking 80 % and trailer stability 35 %.
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