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This is an incredibly simple modification for anyone tired of how intense the contrast is in TDU1. The photos show before/after shots (I haven't titled them but it should be really obvious which screenshots have less contrast). This isn't really a weather mod, because I haven't changed anything about the timings or colors of the weather itself. Instead, I simply applied the following values to all in-game weather patterns (as well as all outdoor environment like paint shops, car rentals, etc.):
 
CONTRAST = 1.12500
DESATURATION = 1.00000
BALANCE = 0.06310 0.06310 0.06310
CARGLOBALFACTOR = 200.00000
 
All this does is get rid of the nasty intense contrast, keeps colors looking balanced and natural across different weather patterns, and slightly brightens lighting on vehicles so you can see them properly from any camera angle. I intentionally didn't change any values that affect sunlight, clouds, or the like to preserve the game's general sense of weather (I'm not really a fan of any of the fancy "weather mods" I've tried, they never address the contrast issue and often have weird problems and drawbacks).
 
About HDR: I'm sure the changes I've made would work in the game's HDR mode, but I haven't bothered doing that because I don't ever use it, the whole point of this mod is to reduce contrast, whereas HDR mode increases contrast.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (FOR BEGINNERS):
 
1: Find the game files directory (by default it's "Program Files (x86)/Test Drive Unlimited")
2: Once you're in the game files directory, enter the "Euro" folder, then the "Bnk" folder
3: If you haven't installed any mods in TDU1 already, backup the "Bnk1.map" file somewhere safe (in case something goes wrong) and replace it with my version (all this change does is allow the game to read modified files. If you have already gotten other mods working, skip this step).
4: Now enter the "FX" folder
5: Backup "Weather.ini" somewhere safe (in case you want to revert changes or you don't like what my mod does)
6: Replace "Weather.ini" with the one I have provided
 
That's it! Cars should now be more visible and less highly contrasted. 
However, if you use other mods that rely on edits to weather.ini, replacing yours with mine will break those mods. See below for a work-around.
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NOTES FOR EXPERIENCED MODDERS:
 
1: Do whatever you want with this, it barely took any work and I don't care about credit
2: If you want to use my contrast reduction without replacing the whole weather.ini file (if you already have other mods that changed it), first open weather.ini with notepad, then copy the 4 lines of values I listed near the top and use them to replace the values with the same names in the "DEFAULT" section at the top of weather.ini. as well as all 20 sections of "FREERIDEWEATHER_[afternoon/morning/etc]" located a little under the "DEFAULT" section.
   [2a: If you have never edited weather.ini before, you might run into an issue where trying to save edits gets denied by your computer, even on an administrator account. To solve this, the first time you edit weather.ini, save your edits as a new entire copy to a non-protected folder, like your downloads folder. Then, place the original weather.ini in your recycle bin, and then move the new edited copy from downloads to the game's FX folder. Problem solved!]
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Feel free to reach out with any questions!

A set of better textures for the Viper roadster (as the vanilla version is just too generic)
Features:
clear windshield new headlights textures new fog lights textures new tail lights textures new logo textures Installation:
Replace the original file with the provided file (make a backup) Enjoy.

A set of textures for the Caterham Seven.
Features:
realistic exhaust covers texture improved hood vents texture realistic gas cap texture improved tail lights textures (including new glow) new CSR logo texture improved rear cover texture Installation:
Replace the original file in the Euro/Bnk/Vehicules with the new one (remember to make a backup) Enjoy  

Roadmap Recolor
 
The roadmaps now look more like reallife maps.
 
EDITED: GamePC.cpr.
 
HIGHWAY = Size 4  - color yellow
SCONDARY HIGHWAY = Size 3 - color yellow
NORMAL ROAD = Size 3 - color white
OFFROAD = Size 3 - color green
CIRCUIT = Size 4 - color purple
GPS = Size 5 - color blue

A quick fix for the F1 GT rear glass with a hole instead of engine bay.
Luckily, this car has opaque rear glass so it was easy to fix with opaque texture alone.
Installation:
1. Replace the original file in the Euro/Bnk/Vehicules folder with the new file. Make a backup if you like (no reason to get back to bugged model here).
2. Enjoy

A set of new better textures for the Edonis.
Features:
original dark wheels original Edonis text logo new headlights textures new tail lights textures  darker engine bay darker exhaust tips new gas cap and keyhole textures Installation:
Replace the original Edonis.bnk file in the Euro/Bnk/Vehicules folder with the new file, and the Edonis_F_01.bnk wheel file in the Euro/Bnk/Vehicules/Rim/Edonis subfolder (remember to make backups!) Enjoy

A set of better textures for the CLK GTR.
Features:
more detailed and realistic headlights textures realistic tail lights textures more realistic side marker texture more realistic body clips texture better rear text textures darker exhaust tips outer surface Installation:
Replace the original file in Euro/Bnk/Vehicules with the provided file (remember to make a backup!) Enjoy

A set of better textures for RUF 996 RTurbo (as the vanilla version is a disgrace)
Features:
better headlights textures fixed third brake light (originally always on) fixed front turn lights (not enabled with reverse lights now) darker wheel backs not so shiny exhaust tips darker grille mesh (common file change) embossed emblems (instead of plain black) NOTE - replacing Common_car.bnk along with darker mesh will also install new tires and new plates textures.
Installation:
Replace original files in Euro/Bnk/Vehicules folder with the provided files, and replace the rims file in the subfolder Euro/Bnk/Vehicules/Rims/RUF (remember to make backups first!) Enjoy

Summary:
Adds one of the new roads from TDU2 to TDU1.
Installation:
Extract the two .rars into your TDU Install directory. Let it overwrite the Bnk files.
Entry points:

Known Issues:
Tree flickering
A few trees can flicker on and off. None actually on the road, but it may be distracting. I'm currently looking into it.
Floating trees
I didn’t have the Heightmap model from tdu2 so the terrain is a mix of TDU1 Hmap, TDU2 roads, and guesswork.
 
 

A more detailed headlight texture for this nice bike.
The original one is far too primitive (you can see it on the screenshots)
Installation:
1. Replace the original BNK file with the new one (remember to make a backup) in the Euro/Bnk/Vehicules folder
(OR you can only replace just the 2DB texture inside the BNK with the provided file)
2. Enjoy

A sound mod for Ford Mustangs typically in between 1965-1973.
To install replace the bnk file in Euro/Bnk/Sound/Vehicules (Make sure to back up original file in case of dissatisfaction)
Sound by Turn10 Studios

Happy new year!
I appreciate all of you and I hope you like it!
 
 
ⓞ---------------Contributions---------------ⓞ
I finally learned how to set up and tune real life sound samples!
 
You can send me samples like this to make sounds of
your favorite cars!
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ⓞ----------------Information----------------ⓞ
This is a sound mod for Test Drive Unlimited with the Platinum mod.
Replace the sound of the Mercedes Benz AMG GT and the
Aston Martin Vantage V8. Also replace tuned variants, like the 
AMG GTR.
 
The download includes the mod and a copy of the original files in
case of uninstall.
 
 
Recommended to use with: 
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Happy new year! 
I appreciate all of you and I hope you like it!
 
 
ⓞ---------------Contributions---------------ⓞ
I finally learned how to set up and tune real life sound samples!
 
You can send me samples like this to make sounds of
your favorite cars!
ⓞ--------------------------------------------ⓞ
 
ⓞ----------------Information----------------ⓞ
This is a sound mod for Test Drive Unlimited with the Platinum mod.
Replace the sound of the Shelby Mustang GT500.
 
The download includes the mod and a copy of the original files in
case of uninstall.
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I don't know about you, but when I went 200MPH and glanced at those shrinking bushes in the distance, I immediately used to feel dizzy. Maybe it was caused by a custom FX file (I last played vanilla TDU years ago), but I wanted to fix that. So after few tests I managed to find some solution. At least it looks much better now.
Installation:
1. Replace FX.ini file in Euro/Bnk/FX (remember to make a backup)
OR
Copy [GRASS] section of the provided file in your FX.ini (in case it interferes with your mods)
2. Enjoy
 

Improved textures of the original AC 289
List of changes so far:
Cobra front emblem rear AC emblem with proper size and design exhaust holes with fixed normals realistic brake light rear bumper has working reverse lights clear windshield classic white side lights dark grille background Installation:
1. Replace the original file with the provided file (remember to make a backup)
2. Enjoy

A quick simple mod for a better look.
Installation:
1. Using TDUMT, replace 2DB files in your F575M.BNK file (remember to make a backup)
OR
Replace your vanilla F575M.BNK with the provided file (remember to make a backup) - it also includes improved rear emblem textures
2. Enjoy

Made better looking tread textures with classic design -- suitable for all types of cars.
The asymmetrical design is real life Goodyear Eagle GT II, used for both supercars and classic cars - just perfect for this game.
Installation:
1. Replace your BNK with the provided BNK (make a backup beforehand)
OR
using TDUMT replace your 2DB files with provided 2DB files (remember to make BNK backup) in the Common_car.BNK
2. Enjoy

Here is the only production midship car produced by GM up until the Corvette C8 came out. This Pontiac featured a space frame chassis and removable exterior panels of composite plastic called Enduraflex that were advanced for its time. 1988 was the final year for the fiero line up which came with performance improvements such as improved front suspension design, larger vented brake discs, and overall the most refined compared to the previous years. Today this mid engined Pontiac can now be enjoyed in TDU.

Textures: FM4
Wheels: FM4
Replaces: Ferrari 308 gts qv
Features:
- High-poly interior (including door panels)
- Cock LR
- Body LR
- Working shadow
High-poly model
- Working mirrors
- Working doors
- Working pop up headlights
- Paintable interior color
ATTENTION!!!
For the mod to work, Project Paradise v0.03A is required. Without it, the mod and the game WILL NOT WORK!!! When you launch the launcher, check the box next to Big BNK.
This mod is exclusive to turboduck.net.
Posting on other resources is strictly prohibited!!! If you would like to see this mod on your website, please contact the author of the model (ejs5000)
 
 
 
 
I won't be taking personal conversion requests at the moment since I am finishing up other projects, thx
 
 
 

I'M BACK! 😄
It feels great to do this again...
 
ⓞ---------------Contributions---------------ⓞ
I finally learned how to set up and tune real life sound samples!
You can send me samples like this to make sounds of your favorite cars!
ⓞ--------------------------------------------ⓞ
 
ⓞ----------------Information----------------ⓞ
This is a sound mod for Test Drive Unlimited with the Platinum mod.
It includes stock and tuned versions.
 
Stock:
-Infiniti G37
-Nissan 370z
(And variants like the 370z Nismo)
 
Tuned:
-Nissan 370z Amuse
 
The download includes the mod and a copy of the original files in case of uninstall.
 
Recommended to use with:
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I'M BACK! 😄
It feels great to do this again...
 
ⓞ---------------Contributions---------------ⓞ
I finally learned how to set up and tune real life sound samples!
 
You can send me samples like this to make sounds of
your favorite cars!
ⓞ--------------------------------------------ⓞ
 
ⓞ----------------Information----------------ⓞ
This is a sound mod for Test Drive Unlimited with the Platinum mod.
Replace the sound of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage V600.
 
The download includes the mod and a copy of the original files in
case of uninstall.
ⓞ-------------------------------------------ⓞ
 

This is a high resolution map of all the sectors in TDU's Oahu. Use it as a guide for your own world editing.
Happy world building.
BTW, If you want to use this map to explain which sectors are affected by your mod, go ahead.

This is a high resolution map of all the sectors in TDU's Oahu. Use it as a guide for your own world editing.
Happy world building.
BTW, If you want to use this map to explain which sectors are affected by your mod, go ahead.

About:
This mod allows you to drive on Dillingham airfield. 
This mod adds a collision surface to the far north-west airport of Ohau as well as sharper cleaner Hmap textures. The runway also has some markers for 1/4 mile and 1/2 drag racing. The airfield is enterable using the slip road already present in the original game, the barrier has been removed.    
Installation:
Extract the Rar into your tdu directory.
WIP
I may make more changes to this when I get a chance, nothing is truly final.

About:
This mod allows you to drive on Dillingham airfield. 
This mod adds a collision surface to the far north-west airport of Ohau as well as sharper cleaner Hmap textures. The runway also has some markers for 1/4 mile and 1/2 drag racing. The airfield is enterable using the slip road already present in the original game, the barrier has been removed.    
Installation:
Extract the Rar into your tdu directory.
WIP
I may make more changes to this when I get a chance, nothing is truly final.

This is a personal project I've been working on throughout this year, and although it's not complete yet, it's in a good enough shape that I feel safe enough to share this with other people. Consider this mod to be an open beta - provide feedback if you run into bugs or balance issues, and make backups!
Vintage Platinum is a submod for the 1.21 version of TDU Platinum that rebalances the game to be set around 1986-1987, featuring only classic cars from the era - normally only available in Class G in regular Platinum (as well as a few non-G cars that were in production by '86), now redistributed to various other classes so as to make racing progression feasible in regular gameplay. I created this because I'm personally a big fan of older cars and, after playing games like Driver: Parallel Lines and Motor City Online, had developed an interest on the concept of a racing game set squarely around the 1970s-1980s, centered exclusively around the sports and performance cars of the late 20th century prior to the 1990s. Obviously, creating a racing game from the ground-up is an unrealistic task for a sole person to manage, so I decided to make a submod for Platinum that does it, as it already has a rich enough selection of era-appropriate classic cars to choose from:
Class A Alfa Romeo Tipo 33 Stradale (Bonus Car) Ferrari 250 GTO Ferrari 288 GTO Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Ferrari Testarossa Lamborghini Countach LP5000 S Quattrovalvole Lamborghini Miura P400SV Porsche 911 Turbo Porsche 959 (Bonus Car) Shelby Cobra 427 S/C Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe #CSX2299 Class B Audi Quattro Sport AC 289 BMW M1 BMW M5 E28 BMW M635csi Chevrolet Corvette C2 Stingray 427 Dodge Challenger R/T 426 Hemi Dodge Charger R/T 426 Hemi Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa (Bonus Car) Ferrari Dino 246 GT Ford RS200 Evolution Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS Porsche 944 Turbo Class C Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato Aston Martin DB5 Vantage BMW 2002 Turbo Chevrolet Chevelle SS-396 Sport Coupe Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray 350 Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray 350 LT-1 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe 409 Turbo-Fire SS Chevrolet Nova SS 396 Dodge Charger R/T 426 Hemi TorqueFlite Dodge Charger Super Bee 426 Hemi Dodge Coronet Super Bee 426 Hemi Ferrari 250 GT California Scagletti (SWB) Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth Lancia Rally 037 Stradale Lancia Stratos HF Stradale Mazda RX-7 (FC3S) GT-X Savanna Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds 4-4-2 Holiday Coupe Plymouth GTX Hemi Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda 426 Plymouth Superbird Hemi (Bonus Car) Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Pontiac GTO The Judge Pontiac GTO Tri-Power Porsche 550 A Spyder (Bonus Car) Shelby GT500 Toyota Supra Turbo (A70) Class D Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ2 Zagato (Bonus Car) Alfa Romeo Montreal Alpine A110 Chevrolet Corvette C1 283 V8 RamJet Chevrolet Corvette C1 283 V8 RamJet 315hp Ferrari 250 Berlinetta Lusso Ford Mustang GT Hardtop 289 Ford Mustang GT Fastback 2+2 390 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Coupe Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 Mitsubishi Starion ESI-R Plymouth Barracuda Six-Pack AAR Porsche 911 E Volvo 242 Turbo Evolution Class E Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA Chevrolet Camaro Z-28 Ford Escort RS1600 Ford Thunderbird 312 Super V8 Ford-o-matic Lamborghini LM002 Maserati 3500 GT Touring Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.6 (W201) Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing Nissan Fairlady Z 432 (S30) Nissan Skyline Hard Top 2000GT-R (KPGC10) Toyota 2000GT Toyota Sprinter Trueno GT-Apex Class F BMW 507 (Bonus Car) Bugatti Type 57 Surbaissé Compresseur Atlantic (Bonus Car) Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Chevrolet Corvette C1 235 Blue-Flame Powerglide Fiat 595 Abarth Esse-Esse Nissan Datsun 1600 (510) Volkswagen 1200 Käfer (Typ 1) Volkswagen Samba Bus Typ 2 (T1) Unlike in the vanilla game, the player starts out with Class E cars rather than Class F, with the latter class being repurposed for the particularly super-weak vehicles with speeds too low to be competitive; Class G was phased out of the game altogether.
This mod comes with Patch 1975 bundled as a download, so you are able to replace the 1990s-2000s traffic with something more period-appropriate. Patch 1975 was NOT made by me - it is an old mod made by the OAHUCARS team that got nearly lost when their website went down, and all credit goes to them!
 
- INSTALLATION -
You need to also download the Music mod.
Drop the "Bnk" and "Radio" folders in your TDU installation folder. As stated before, make backups, or you will have to reinstall Platinum again when you want to go back to the present day.
Do not put the Documentation folder in your game directory, it only contains details about the inner workings of this mod and the ramblings of a madwoman with a special interest in classic cars.
Patch 1975 has its own instructions. You may need Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 for the installer to work. If you're playing on the Steam Deck or Linux, just install "dotnet20" through Winetricks on Wine or Dependencies on Bottles. Again, make backups!
 
- KNOWN ISSUES -
As stated earlier, the mod is not feature-complete yet as I haven't had the time or energy to complete it, but right now that largely applies to the Vehicle Transport missions as I haven't fully replaced every car with them (it's an extremely time-consuming task), as well as the possibility of a few races not being properly re-balanced (which I would like feedback on, so I can properly fix it). Additionally, various vehicle dealerships still show modern cars parked in front of them. All of these are (relatively) minor flaws that I plan to fix eventually, but as mentioned, they are extremely time-consuming to do.
Besides that, however, there are multiple drawbacks with this mod that you should keep in mind, and currently they are completely unfixable as there's nothing I can do about them - the most important one is that you cannot achieve 100% progression, because several Courier, Hitchhiker and Top Model missions still require you to use modern cars and haven't been rebalanced to accomodate for the slower cars; as far as I'm (and other experienced TDU modders are) aware, there is currently no known way to edit those missions, which means there's nothing I can do to fix it. Additionally, of the Vehicle Transport missions I did edit to feature older cars, a surprising amount of them are bugged and have a completely chromed paintjob for some reason, which I can't figure out how to fix yet.
Please keep those factors in mind when playing with this mod.