Hi AutoDrive team,
Firstly, thank you for the incredible work on AutoDrive — it’s an essential mod for many of us running advanced logistics setups in FS25.
I would like to propose a feature that would significantly improve compatibility with mining-style gameplay using mods like TerraFarm.
Current Limitation:
AutoDrive currently relies on fixed (static) pickup/load waypoints. This works perfectly for traditional farming (combines, silage, etc.), but becomes limiting when using excavators in dynamic environments such as mining or earthmoving.
When operating an excavator:
- The machine continuously changes position while digging
- The loading point for trucks is constantly shifting
- Trucks on “Pickup & Deliver” must be manually adjusted or repositioned frequently
Requested Feature: Dynamic Load Position Tracking
Introduce a system where a vehicle (e.g. excavator) can act as a dynamic loading source, similar to how combines request unloading.
Suggested functionality:
- Allow a vehicle to be designated as a “Dynamic excavator ”
- AutoDrive trucks can:
- Detect the excavators current position in real-time
- Navigate to the excavator dynamically instead of a fixed waypoint
- Adjust position continuously while being loaded
Optional Enhancements:
- Adjustable offset distance from the excavator (like combine pipe offset)
- Follow/align behavior (e.g. maintain position next to excavator bucket swing)
- Trigger-based loading detection (start/stop when fill level changes)
- Compatibility mode for mods like TerraFarm
Use Case:
- Excavator digging in a pit (TerraFarm)
- Multiple dump trucks running AutoDrive cycles
- Trucks automatically approach the excavator wherever it is
- Continuous, hands-free mining workflow
Benefits:
- Opens AutoDrive to new gameplay styles (mining, construction)
- Reduces micromanagement of load waypoints
- Brings parity with “Unload Combine” system for non-harvest vehicles
Thank you for considering this feature. It would greatly enhance automation for non-agricultural use cases and expand AutoDrive’s flexibility even further.
Hi AutoDrive team,
Firstly, thank you for the incredible work on AutoDrive — it’s an essential mod for many of us running advanced logistics setups in FS25.
I would like to propose a feature that would significantly improve compatibility with mining-style gameplay using mods like TerraFarm.
Current Limitation:
AutoDrive currently relies on fixed (static) pickup/load waypoints. This works perfectly for traditional farming (combines, silage, etc.), but becomes limiting when using excavators in dynamic environments such as mining or earthmoving.
When operating an excavator:
Requested Feature: Dynamic Load Position Tracking
Introduce a system where a vehicle (e.g. excavator) can act as a dynamic loading source, similar to how combines request unloading.
Suggested functionality:
Optional Enhancements:
Use Case:
Benefits:
Thank you for considering this feature. It would greatly enhance automation for non-agricultural use cases and expand AutoDrive’s flexibility even further.