The Nikola Tre in ETS2 is a fascinating “what-if.” It handles beautifully, looks the part, and offers a genuinely different driving feel. But the game’s infrastructure (even with mods) isn’t ready for hydrogen trucks. You’ll spend more time hunting for chargers than enjoying the view.
| Requirement | Current ETS2 status | Proposed addition | |-------------|----------------------|--------------------| | Hydrogen stations | None (only diesel/EV chargers in some mods) | Add H2 refueling points at existing large truck stops (e.g., TotalEnergies, Shell) | | Megawatt chargers (BEV) | Standard chargers only | Add 1 MW CCS chargers at select service areas | | Maintenance for FCEV | Same as diesel | Add H2 compressor station repair cost |
Several high-quality mods exist to bring Nikola’s futuristic hydrogen and electric designs into the game: Nikola One
represent a futuristic shift toward electric and hydrogen power. While not officially licensed by SCS Software , dedicated modders like Frank Perù
The Nikola Tre in ETS2 is a fascinating “what-if.” It handles beautifully, looks the part, and offers a genuinely different driving feel. But the game’s infrastructure (even with mods) isn’t ready for hydrogen trucks. You’ll spend more time hunting for chargers than enjoying the view.
| Requirement | Current ETS2 status | Proposed addition | |-------------|----------------------|--------------------| | Hydrogen stations | None (only diesel/EV chargers in some mods) | Add H2 refueling points at existing large truck stops (e.g., TotalEnergies, Shell) | | Megawatt chargers (BEV) | Standard chargers only | Add 1 MW CCS chargers at select service areas | | Maintenance for FCEV | Same as diesel | Add H2 compressor station repair cost |
Several high-quality mods exist to bring Nikola’s futuristic hydrogen and electric designs into the game: Nikola One
represent a futuristic shift toward electric and hydrogen power. While not officially licensed by SCS Software , dedicated modders like Frank Perù