2026-09-11 09:30 UTC · Community Announcements · darek_playway
Hey, mechanics! 🔧🛢️ Greasy hands, worn-out parts, and the satisfaction of getting a machine running again — you know the feeling. But how about stepping out of the garage and trying your hand at the oil business? Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 and Black Gold: Oil Drilling Simulator are now available together in a new bundle! New machines. A whole new business. Black Gold: Oil Drilling Simulator is a first-person simulation of building and running your own oil field. Construct drilling equipment, maintain pumps, gears, and valves, hire your crew, and sell the oil you extract. Invest your profits
2026-08-13 17:00 UTC · Community Announcements · darek_playway
🎉 THE PLAYWAY PUBLISHER SALE IS HERE!Our biggest sale of the year has officially begun! Grab Car Mechanic Simulator 2018, all of it's DLCs and many other PlayWay titles at their lowest prices ever, with discounts of up to 90% OFF! 🤑 The sale runs for 14 days, through August 27th! 📅👉 Check out the PlayWay Publisher Sale and grab your favorites while the biggest discounts are live!🚗 SOMETHING BIG IS ON THE WAY...The next chapter of the Car Mechanic Simulator series is already in the works!Car Mechanic Simulator 2026 is coming your way with a feature fans have been waiting for: CO-OP! 🔧🤝Ad
2026-05-28 19:00 UTC · Community Announcements · darek_playway
Thank You for an Amazing Free-to-Keep Week! 🔥🚘The Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 free-to-keep week has officially come to an end - and we want to thank every single one of you for participating! ❤️Over the last few days, millions of new mechanics joined the garage and celebrated a game that, after 8 years, got its second wind and broke its all-time player peak record by almost 300% - isn’t that incredible?! Seeing so many players restoring cars, rebuilding engines, and sharing their passion for the series has been incredible for the whole team. 🔧But the celebration isn’t over yet…Biggest CMS 2
2026-05-26 17:00 UTC · Community Announcements · darek_playway
⏰ Only 24 hours left to grab Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 for FREE! 🆓🔧If you still haven’t claimed it — now’s the time to roll into the garage. Join over 1 million players and experience one of the most beloved mechanic simulators on Steam! ⭐Cheap Car Repair launches very soon, and trust us - this one deserves a spot on your wishlist. Go give it some love and keep an eye on it! ❤️🔥🏁 And of course… Car Mechanic Simulator 2026 is getting closer and closer. If you’re ready for the next chapter of the franchise, make sure to wishlist it now!See you in the garage!
2026-05-21 17:09 UTC · Community Announcements · darek_playway
The Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 free-to-keep week is here! 🔥 It’s been an incredible journey for both us and you - the fans of the Car Mechanic Simulator franchise. To celebrate, we’re excited to announce a special free-to-keep week! From May 21–27, you can grab Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 completely free! 🆓Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 launched 8 years ago, and since then, more than 1 million players have joined the ride alongside 21 DLC releases. With over 50,000 reviews and a 90% positive rating on Steam ⭐ the game has become one of the most beloved mechanic simulators out there.Now, we’re
2025-07-22 15:51 UTC · Community Announcements · Red Dot Games
Added font
2025-01-22 18:00 UTC · Community Announcements · darek_playway
We’ve got a bundle perfect for fans of hands-on gameplay! 🛠️🚗 This package combines the timeless charm of a classic mechanic simulator with the excitement of tackling rally car challenges. Dive into detailed repairs, restore vehicles to their former glory, and enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your hard work come to life. Whether you’re fixing old classics or tuning up modern machines, this bundle has something for every car enthusiast. 🔥🔧 https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/49502/
2023-06-29 17:01 UTC · Community Announcements · Matt
Massive savings on DLCs for Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 on Steam Summer Sale 2023! Upgrade your car repair experience and expand your virtual garage collection with a selection of exclusive DLCs. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to save up to -55%. Hurry, as the sale is for a limited time - only to July 13th! Wheeler Dealers DLC - 45% Vans & Campers - 45% Hot Rod Custom Cars - 55% US Classic 60s - 45%
2023-03-16 19:17 UTC · Community Announcements · Red Dot Games
Get ready for some exciting deals at the Steam Spring Sale 2023. Enhance your car repair experience with four exclusive DLCs for Car Mechanic Simulator 2018. This is your chance to expand your virtual garage collection. Hurry up, the offer is only available until March 23, 2023. Upgrade your garage now and become the ultimate car mechanic! - Wheeler Dealers DLC - 35% - Vans & Campers - 35% - Hot Rod Custom Cars - 45% - US Classic 60s - 35% https://store.steampowered.com/app/1710610/Car_Mechanic_Simulator_2018__Hot_Rod_Custom_Cars/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1851590/Car_Mechanic_Simulat
2023-01-16 15:51 UTC · Community Announcements · Matt
It's a very important day! Our friendly devs from Madnetic Games studio just released WW2 Rebuilder and we have a special bundle with them available now! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/29076066/a8fcf09b6238b98fbc36f04203ac9799efe29318.png With our game in your Steam library, you can get the new WW2: Rebuilder for a lower price! If you don't, you can get both of them with a discount! Sounds great right? https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/28315/WW2_Rebuilder__Car_Mechanic_18/ For those of you that don't know yet: It is a simulator of rebuilding European cities after the destruction caused during World Wa
2022-06-09 16:29 UTC · Community Announcements · Matt
The Bundle Workshop Mechanic with Builder Simulator is now available with a 10% discount! https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steam/bundles/26307/svrmzkrv2e0snqcc/capsule_616x353.jpg?t=1654517858 https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/26307 We also encourage you to follow the premiere of our friends' game itself: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1120320/Builder_Simulator
2022-05-27 18:30 UTC · Community Announcements · Matt
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/29076066/3f8b57ba6f8c0e81d72f92c12b38a1270b28ac3e.png What does your urge for new challenges have in common with preparations for a family summer trip? That’s right - camper vans! Put your mechanical skills to a new test while you repair these large vehicles and rest assured that all these family trips are safe and successful thanks to your good job! 🔧 🚗 DLC available now! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1966190
2022-05-24 12:30 UTC · Community Announcements · Red Dot Games
- Vans & Campers DLC
2022-04-14 08:18 UTC · Community Announcements · Matt
We are pleased to announce that we have created a unique bundle with Car Detailing Simulator. You can buy our unique bundle right now, and grab it with a 10% discount! 💪 Get this unique bundle here! 👇 https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/25651/Car_Mechanic_18__Detailing/ {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/29076066/2247753fa6687c8e755868e1fcfba3cc6d0932b1.png CAR MECHANIC & DETAILING bundle includes: 🔷 Car Detailing Simulator - Car Detailing Simulator, you get a chance to renew any car and restore its splendor at the request of demanding customers! A nice and well-groomed vehicle can be the pride of every
2022-04-06 09:10 UTC · Community Announcements · Red Dot Games
- Wheeler Dealers DLC bug fixes
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