In today's blog, we're heading back to the Pelican State! This time, we would like to give you a closer look at some of the custom depots where you'll be picking up and delivering cargo to in the upcoming Louisiana DLC for American Truck Simulator.
Unlike standard prefabs, these depots have been carefully assembled by our map designers using a variety of assets, giving each one a distinct look and feel. Many also draw subtle inspiration from real-world locations. Today, we'll be showing five of them: three farms and two timber harvest depots.
Agriculture once formed the backbone of Louisiana's economy, but over time, its role has shifted. Even though it remains quite important today, only a small share of residents make their living from farming, with most of the production concentrated in a relatively small number of large farms along the Mississippi River. These farms produce a wide range of goods, including cotton, rice, soybeans, feed grains, poultry, eggs, and beef.
In the Pelican State, you'll come across custom-made farms near the city of Natchitoches, the Oberlin settlement, and the Oak Alley Plantation. While Oak Alley is now primarily a historic site and museum, we felt its beauty made it a fitting addition as a delivery location in the map expansion.
The timber industry began to rise in the late 1800s and remained a key part of Louisiana's economy well into the 21st century. Today, tree farming has become the state's most valuable agricultural activity. Louisiana now ranks among the nation's leading timber producers, with the vast majority of its forests consisting of softwoods, primarily pines. You can find one of the custom-made timber harvest depots near the US-156, while the other one is located near the town of DeRidder, close to the Texas border.
We hope we have got you a little more excited to haul cargo in Louisiana! If we did, make sure to add the Pelican State to your Steam Wishlist. Don't miss out on all the latest news from our upcoming DLCs and projects by following us on our official social media channels (X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, and TikTok) or by subscribing to our newsletter. Until next time, happy haulin'!