Minimum (typical for ETS2 around this era — verify against publisher page for exact 1.40 specs):
While the visuals steal the show, version 1.40 updated the FMOD sound engine. Truck engines now have more depth, tire noise changes with surface texture, and the environmental reverb (echo) when passing under bridges is vastly improved. Download Euro Truck Simulator 2 Version 1.40
With a new lighting engine, old map assets looked outdated. SCS took the opportunity to continue their "Germany Rebuild" project within Version 1.40. Minimum (typical for ETS2 around this era —
SCS Software completely reworked the lighting engine. Now, sunrise paints the Scandinavian fjords in golden hues, tunnel exits don’t blind you unnaturally, and your headlights cast realistic, soft beams on wet asphalt at night. It’s not just a game anymore—it’s a driving simulator with soul. Once you have successfully downloaded and installed version
If you purchased ETS2 directly from the SCS Software online store (non-Steam version):
Once you have successfully downloaded and installed version 1.40, enhance it further with these compatible mods: