FLX Plugins – Terms of Use

Disclaimer

This plugin is independently developed software created by FLX Mods for use with American Truck Simulator.

FLX Mods has no connection, association, partnership, sponsorship, or affiliation with SCS Software. American Truck Simulator and all related trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Use of this plugin is at the user’s own risk. Although the software is developed and tested with stability and compatibility in mind, proper operation cannot be guaranteed across all hardware configurations, software environments, game versions, or when used alongside other mods and plugins.

Updates to American Truck Simulator, changes made by SCS Software, or conflicts with third-party software may partially or completely affect the functionality of the plugin.

Users are advised to keep backups of their profiles, save files, and other important data before installing or updating the plugin.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, FLX Mods shall not be held responsible for data loss, file corruption, incompatibilities, interruptions to game functionality, or any other direct or indirect damages resulting from the installation or use of this plugin.

The plugin may use executable files or external libraries, such as .dll files. Depending on the user’s security software, configuration, or antivirus provider, these files may be subject to additional scans or security warnings. Users should obtain the plugin exclusively through official FLX Mods distribution channels.

FLX Smoke Plugin

The plugin is completely optional and is not required for the truck mod to work.

Features

  • Engine load-based smoke behavior
  • Smoke intensity dynamically reacts to engine load
  • Customizable smoke settings
  • Easy configuration through the plugin settings file



By installing or using this plugin, you agree to the FLX Mods Plugins Terms of Use:
https://flxmods.com/terms


Installation Instructions

Download the plugin .zip file:
Download Link: Here

Extract the contents into the plugins folder located inside your American Truck Simulator installation directory.

The plugin file must be placed in:

gameroot/bin/win_x64/plugins/

This is the plugins folder located next to amtrucks.exe.

Example:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\American Truck Simulator\bin\win_x64\plugins\flx_truck_smoke.dll

  1. Launch American Truck Simulator and enjoy the FLX Smoke Plugin!

Smoke Configuration

You can customize the smoke behavior by editing the following configuration file:

flx_truck_smoke.ini

The .ini file is located in the same folder as the plugin.

You can open and edit it using Notepad or any other text editor.

After making your changes, save the file and restart the game for the new settings to take effect.

Actual plugin version: 1.0

Changelog

Version: 1.7.9
Launch date: 08/07/2026
Changes:

Full functional smoke added; see Plugins page here for more details!



Version: 1.7.8
Launch date: 06/24/2026
Changes:

1.60 Compatibility;
Fixed chrome textures;
Fixed headlight flares;
Fixed dashboard lighting.



Version: 1.7
.7
Launch date: 05/19/2026
Changes:

Fixed halogen headlight normal map texture;
Updated mod file to hashfs V2 format for faster texture loading;
Fixed fake shadow glitch on lowered chassis;



Version: 1.7.6
Launch date: 02/16/2026
Changes:

Fixed exhaust shield look aluminum.
Fixed exaust Tech Nine look aluminum.
Fixed CB Radio cables position.



Version: 1.7.5
Launch date: 02/01/2026
Changes:

Fixed pink texture on the hose connectors for the trailer.
Fixed incorrect offset on the grille accessory.
Fixed a bug in the “Classic” steering wheel normals.
Compatibility checked with version 1.58.


Version: 1.7.4
Launch date: 12/16/2025
Changes:

Fixed Sidelights textures issue.


Version: 1.7.3
Launch date: 12/15/2025
Changes:

Fixed an issue with the grill accessory.
Fixed an issue with the texture and variation of the tank accessory.
Fixed bug in the front wheel offset on the extended chassis.



Version: 1.7.2

Launch date: 11/26/2025
Changes:

Fixed a texture issue on some accessories.
Fixed Watermelon lights issue.
Fixed CB Radio cables position.



Version: 1.7

Launch date: 11/24/2025
Changes:

Rain drops fix;
1.57 Compatibility.



Version: 1.6

Launch date: 10/18/2025
Changes:

1.56 compatibility;
Dashboard lights fix.