Bridges can define a journey just as much as the roads connecting them. In the upcoming British Columbia expansion, American Truck Simulator will feature a remarkable collection of structures across Canada’s western province.
SCS Software has revealed several of these landmarks, covering urban crossings, historic engineering projects and impressive structures surrounded by mountains. The selection also offers a glimpse into how the studio is bringing the region’s geography to life.
American Truck Simulator brings Canada’s bridge network into focus
British Columbia presents a varied landscape for long-distance driving in American Truck Simulator. Rivers, valleys and mountain ranges shape its geography, making bridges essential connections between communities.
According to SCS Software’s official bridge preview, published on November 13, these structures offer more than practical connections. Some stand out because of their scenic surroundings, while others carry important historical stories.
Vancouver provides two particularly interesting examples. The Granville Bridge, built in 1954, connects downtown with the city’s southern area through Granville Street, crossing False Creek.
Meanwhile, the Iron Workers Memorial Bridge carries a much more solemn history. Its name honours 19 construction workers involved in its building. This recognition follows the tragic collapse of a bridge section on June 19, 1958.
American Truck Simulator previews 12 bridges across British Columbia
The preview covers several parts of the province. Here are the bridges identified by SCS Software and their locations:
- Granville Bridge: Vancouver, crossing False Creek and connecting downtown with the southern part of the city.
- Iron Workers Memorial Bridge: Vancouver, named in memory of 19 construction workers.
- Alexandra Bridge: Over the Fraser River, north of Hope, along the Trans-Canada Highway.
- Sheep Creek Bridge: On Highway 20, surrounded by mountain scenery.
- Dry Gulch Bridge: On Highway 5 from Hope. This steel box arch bridge was completed in 1985 and has a 575-foot main span.
- R.W. (Rolf Wallgren) Bruhn Bridge: Located in Sicamous along the Trans-Canada Highway.
- Canadian Pacific Railway swing bridge: Next to the R.W. Bruhn Bridge, crossing Sicamous Narrows and rotating to allow boats through.
- Revelstoke Suspension Bridge: Further east along the Trans-Canada Highway, crossing the Columbia River.
- Elk River Bridge: Along Route 93, entering British Columbia from Montana, shortly before the river joins the Kootenay River.
- Pine River Bridge: Located on the John Hart Highway, representing the northernmost structure in the showcase.
- Tulameen River Bridge: In Princeton, crossing the Tulameen River.
- Bridge of Dreams: A pedestrian bridge in Princeton, standing beside the Tulameen River Bridge. It uses the original piers of the Old Kettle Valley Railway Bridge.
This selection highlights different types of engineering and local history. The rotating railway bridge in Sicamous is particularly interesting because it accommodates passing boats. Likewise, Princeton’s pedestrian crossing preserves part of an older railway structure.
British Columbia offers more than impressive highway scenery
This showcase stands out for its geographical variety. Vancouver’s urban infrastructure contrasts with remote crossings surrounded by mountains and waterways.
That contrast matters in a driving simulator like American Truck Simulator. Recognisable landmarks help give individual routes a stronger identity. Instead of seeing every crossing as another obstacle, players can associate particular structures with specific locations.
The Dry Gulch Bridge also demonstrates the attention given to engineering details. Its steel box arch design and substantial main span make it a distinctive addition to the province’s road network.
Meanwhile, the Bridge of Dreams introduces a different perspective. Its preserved railway piers connect the present landscape with an earlier transport structure. These details can make exploration more rewarding for players interested in regional history.
This approach also fits SCS Software’s broader work on its driving environments. The studio is also preparing a major architectural overhaul of the British map for its other driving simulator. That project shows how environmental details help create recognisable locations.
SCS Software presents British Columbia at Poznań Game Arena 2026
The Canadian expansion for American Truck Simulator also appeared at Poznań Game Arena 2026. During the event, visitors could try the latest content available at SCS Software’s booth.
The playable experiences included exploring landscapes from the Iceland and British Columbia expansions. Attendees could also test the Coaches DLC, which introduces passenger transport to the driving simulation experience.
That passenger-focused expansion has already received attention through its new coach journeys and passenger jobs. Its presence at the event highlights the variety of experiences in the studio’s catalogue.
SCS Software has not announced a release date or price for this American Truck Simulator expansion yet. The expansion can already be added to players’ Steam wishlists.
The bridge showcase provides a useful indication of the environmental detail planned for this Canadian destination. Which of these structures will become the most memorable landmark during a journey across the province?
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