For veteran drivers, the inclusion of Chicago represents a significant shift in the game's scale. The city features the largest skyline in the game to date, but the real test for your steering skills will be the multi-level road systems. Navigating the tight, claustrophobic turns of Lower Wacker Drive with a full trailer is going to be a rite of passage for every trucker in the community. It’s a refreshing change of pace from the wide-open desert highways of the West.
Beyond the skyscrapers of the Loop and Streeterville, the DLC packs in iconic landmarks like Buckingham Fountain, Soldier Field, and the sprawling O’Hare International Airport. If you're looking for heavy industry, the Thornton Quarry and Moline's manufacturing hubs offer plenty of high-value freight opportunities. This update effectively bridges the gap for those following the historic Route 66, completing another massive piece of the American cross-country puzzle.
Heavy haul enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to with the addition of three new Special Transport routes. These oversized load missions will challenge your pathfinding and patience across these specific corridors:
- Peoria to Chicago
- Moline to Quincy
- Springfield to Marion
Whether you're hauling technical equipment into the heart of the city or managing logistics for the massive quarry operations, the Illinois DLC looks to offer a dense, high-traffic experience that rewards precision over pure speed. Get your rigs ready for a May 14 departure.
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