Vehicle part wear calculation – feedback needed

[MathiasHun]

I’d like to ask for community feedback regarding how vehicle part wear should be calculated in Real Vehicle Breakdowns.

Currently, part wear is affected by the in-game time scale:

Higher time scale = faster part wear

Leaving the engine running while fast-forwarding time can cause very fast failures

This behavior is intentional, but it has caused frustration on some multiplayer servers.

I’m considering adjusting or redesigning this system and would like your opinion.

Which option do you prefer?

Option A – Time scale based (current behavior)

Part wear is affected by the in-game time scale

Fast-forwarding time increases wear

Engine running + time skip can cause rapid failures
👍 React with 👍 if you prefer this option

Option B – Operating hours based

Part wear increases only while the engine is running

Time scale does not affect part wear

More multiplayer-friendly
❤️ React with ❤️ if you prefer this option

Feel free to comment with your experience, especially if you play on a dedicated server.

[Squallqt]

Vote: ❤️ Option B - with nuanced approach
I strongly support Option B (Operating hours based) as it's both more realistic and multiplayer-friendly. However, the system needs refinement based on component types.
The issue with pure Option A
A parked vehicle with engine idling during time skip shouldn't wear faster than real-time - that's physically inconsistent. Real maintenance is measured in engine hours, not calendar days.
Suggested hybrid system
Based on the mod's current components:
Operating hours based (Option B logic):

ENGINE
STARTER
ALTERNATOR
GLOW PLUGS
THERMOSTAT
LIGHTING (when in use)
WIPERS (when in use)

Calendar time based (modified Option A):

BATTERY (self-discharge occurs even when parked)

Hybrid (time + usage):

SERVICE

Gameplay balance critical point
Real-world maintenance intervals need scaling for FS25. A 250h oil change interval is too long for typical gameplay. Consider 5:1 or 10:1 ratio (25-50h) to match actual player engagement.
Bottom line
Option B is fundamentally correct, but not all parts wear the same way. A battery degrades with calendar time, an engine wears from running hours. This hybrid approach maintains realism while being fair in multiplayer.

[TheWolf1776]

Yeah Since we have already written this, or rather it was my suggestion, I am also in favor of option B :)

[TheWolf1776]

Yes, the battery is fine, but ultimately it's more MP-friendly if you adjust this at some point. First, I would do the parts such as the motor, alternator, etc.

[westor7]

Leaving the engine running while fast-forwarding time can cause very fast failures

Yes this is the IRL too thats why we don't let the vehicles running all the time and we switch off the power, the same is happening with fuel too, if you fast-forward while the engine is on then it will normally consume fuel, if someone follow option B then it won't be realistic at this point.

People must understand that having engine on will cost, and this makes the mod at 50% of it to be realistic, just turn off the engine after you finish the job but don't forget that if you flood the on/off buttons it will cause battery issues and also this is normal because it is not a toy, just turn off when you want to park the vehicle and leave it on if you want to continue after a short time.

Normally when playing under multiplayer if you decide to fast-forward the time it should be approved by all the players otherwise it is not multiplayer but singleplayer.

Don't forget that contracts also working like this way, if you have an active contract and fast-forward it will expire, so the option A is the most realistic in my opinion.

Also if you want a small extra suggestion to follow option B, why don't you add an option under global settings like Do not affect part wear so if an admin in multiplayer enables that option to begin work like option B for a short time to fast-forward the time and then turn that option off to keep work as normally (if he wishes too), i don't know if this is even possible right now but i just throw an idea to cover somehow option B.

• Thanks!

[oldmansutton]

Definitely agree that something like battery should degrade from sitting idle (discharge), but everything else should only really degrade through actual usage, as expressed by @Squallqt .

Would maybe even say a blend of the two? Everything should mainly degrade by usage, but time itself could also degrade, just at a much more microscopic rate, and at a higher rate if left exposed to the elements, rather than stored in a climate controlled facility. Thus wear would mainly be accumulated through use, while still accumulating at a slower rate to simulate oxidization/sun-damage/elemental exposure. This might be TOO complex though, and option B is still "Good enough".

[Deskyrig]

I know this might be a little late but with the wear is there a way to implement a way to do a full replacement of something or everything to reset that wear and tear?

Right now a Truck i am using on Judith Planes, the VNX 300, it has some sort of battery issue that I seem to only have with it. Doesnt bother me, i think i keep leaving the lights on it for some reson and nothing else. Which lead me to thinking of trying to replace the battery to see if that would fix the issue. But I have to wait to 50% for something to be replaced or even repair it. Tried servicing a bit to fix it, but didnt really seem to? Just had to charge the battery at the station. The mechanic repair battery just stopped working 2 days ago(which might be related to the updated, doesnt bother me the station still works).

So it would be a way to full repair a vehicle or on whichever pieces you pick, as if you would in the base game. But have the condition of that part restart to 100% as if it was replaced brand new. Resetting the wear and tear. Which would allow you to buy old used vehicles off the store and replace all the parts for a brand new used vehicle. Have the brand new modern engine, in the older model tractors.

But mainly just a way to "Factory reset" a tractor/vehicle entirely without having to wait for the parts to get to 50%.

I suck at spelling so you know, my bad.