Steam app 645630 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 17:57 UTC
Build and expand your repair service empire in this incredibly detailed and highly realistic simulation game, where attention to car detail is astonishing. Find classic, unique cars in the new Barn Find module and Junkyard module. You can even add your self-made car in the Car Editor.
719 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
112 months, June 2017 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 438 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 281 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 was released on 28 Jul, 2017.
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60 achievements in total.
50 developer announcements, Apr 2020 to Sep 2026 · times in UTC
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…
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…
darek_playwayThank 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…
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!…
darek_playwayThe 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…
darek_playwayAdded font
Patch notesWe’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…
darek_playwayMassive 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…
MattGet 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…
Red Dot GamesIt'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…
MattThe 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…
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Matt- Vans & Campers DLC
Patch notesWe 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! 👇…
Matt- Wheeler Dealers DLC bug fixes
Patch notesTurn your Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 garage into the legendary workshop Mike Brewer brings cars into and feel like hosts of the "Wheeler Dealers" while playing your favorite game! 🔧 🚗 🎮 DLC available now 👇…
Red Dot Games- fixes in USA Classics 60s DLC
Patch notes- better USA Classics 60s DLC detection
Patch notes{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/29076066/c5e73496b3af27cc739bbeeb214dccbe67f63b6f.png Dear Mechanics! Newest Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 dlc: USA CLASSIC 60s is available! 🚘 🔧 🎮 Have a taste of the Golden Era of muscle cars with 6 brand new car bodies.…
Matt_PLW- USA Classics 60s DLC
Patch notes{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/29076066/6b50efb8039446446bcc75efb2a4e667449cdddd.png Hello Gamers! In case you haven't bought it already, here's a friendly reminder that until Sunday you have the last chance to get Car Mechanic Simulator at a price…
Matt_PlayWayFellow Mechanics! You may have experienced a bug related to windows and breaks of Smith & Parker Outlaw car. We have fixed these issues and from now on you should be able to fully enjoy the content of Hot Rod Custom Cars dlc. Have fun…
Red Dot GamesHey guys! Our friends at the Play2Chill crew have just released their flagship game Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1078760/Motorcycle_Mechanic_Simulator_2021…
Matt_PlayWayHave you already mastered repairing every single kind of vehicle and engine in Car Mechanic Simulator 2018? Are you looking for new content and challenges? Well then have great news for you!…
Red Dot Games{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/33433455/ccba44ba85ec5d4a2effb88942ca7311660cc5b2.png Car Thief in Prison bundle is available now! Get the bundle! We are also happy to announce that we have joined forces with other titles in the Car Thief in Prison…
Matt_PlayWayToday is a big day for the Car Mechanic Simulator series as the long-awaited CMS 2021 gets released and because of that we would like to celebrate it with a special deal on CMS VR! It's time to do some serious work wearing your favourite…
JudekDear Players, Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 will be released on August 11th! Thanks to our Loyalty Discount, you can get a CMS 2021 at an additional 10% off! To verify whether you’re eligible: • Check your Steam Library to see if you own one…
JudekPlayway Publisher Sale 2021 began! From July 20 to July 27, you will be able to purchase Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 at a great discount, because it’s up to 65%! https://store.steampowered.com/app/645630/Car_Mechanic_Simulator_2018/…
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Michał_PlayWayDear Car Mechanic Simulator VR Fans! Shortly: DEMO IS OUT NOW ON STEAM! To play, simply enter the CMS VR game page on Steam and click the "PLAY DEMO" button, here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1088770/Car_Mechanic_Simulator_VR/ What…
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Red Dot GamesDear Fans, 🤍 Every day, we read and listen to all your comments, advice, and recommendations. No matter where you put them (Steam Community, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Discord, Reddit), we want to make sure all your thoughts are forwarded…
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JudekCheck out the brand-new trailer of the game and read about improvements and enhancements of the VR version. 👇 In the Car Mechanic Simulator VR, we've added a number of mechanical improvements to the game such as the ability to manually…
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Lukas_PlayWayEverything Steam lists as add-on content for this game, newest first. Prices are left out on purpose: the store answers this page in one currency and it is not the reader's.
What Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
| Description | Executable | Arguments | Platform | |
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| Launch | cms2018.exe | windows 64 | ||
| Launch Car Editor | cms2018.exe | editor | windows 64 | |
| Reset settings | cms2018.exe | resetSettings | windows 64 | |
| Run game in EXCLUSIVE FULLSCREEN mode | cms2018.exe | -window-mode exclusive | windows 64 | |
| Workshop Uploader | cms2018.exe | upload | windows 64 | |
| Launch | cms2018.app | macos | ||
| Safe Mode (game will run without mods) | cms2018.exe | safeMode | windows 64 | |
| Run with Metal API | cms2018.app | -force-gfx-metal | macos | |
| Safe Mode (game will run without mods) | cms2018.app | safeMode | macos | |
| Reset settings | cms2018.app | resetSettings | macos |
The folders Steam Cloud syncs. The root is a token Steam uses for a location on your own machine, not a path this page can know.
| Root | Folder | Files |
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WinAppDataLocalLow | Red Dot Games/Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 | * and below |
MacAppSupport | unity.RedDotGames.CarMechanicSimulator2018 | * and below |
It runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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