DV_Drive
🟡 Updated this yearPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- ✅ Updated 0 day after the latest game patch — actively maintained
- 🏆 #83 of 149 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
DV_Drive for Derail Valley by GrandpaPlayingGames is a mod that turns (almost) all of the static vehicles in Derail Valley into fully drivable versions. Cars, Trucks, Buses, Mining, Farm and Military vehicles are now able to be commandeered and driven across towns... or across country!
DV_Drive has many features, so if you intend to download and install the mod, please do take the time to view our tutorial video at https://youtu.be/mFpziZLRqTU before posting any questions. For those wishing customize the mod with different sounds for engines and horns, an additional short tutorial will be released soon.
PLEASE NOTE:
DV_Drive uses the default static vehicles provided within the game by Altfuture. These are very simplified models which do not have Individual items such as movable wheels, steering, or headlight components. As such it is not possible to make the models wheels rotate, or for headlights to appear lit on the models themselves. Even with these limitations, I believe you'll find the overall effect to be quite satisfying.
🛠️ Installation
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[]Install Unity Mod Manager (UMM) [/]
[]Download DV_Drive from Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/derailvalley/mods/1498 Extract the archive [/]
[]Place the entire DV_Drive folder into your Derail Valley/Mods directory [/]
[]Launch the game and enable the mod in UMM [/]
🛠️Note If you are a DV_RoadTraffic or DV_Beachball user you should also download and install the newest versions of them as they have been updated to support DV_Drive
👉 Need help installing mods? Check out Grandpa’s Guide: https://youtu.be/mV6V56501Eg
☕ Support
If you enjoy this mod and would like to support future development: https://buymeacoffee.com/grandpaplayinggames
Disclaimer & License
Derail Valley is developed and published by Altfuture, and DV_Drive is an unofficial, third-party mod created independently by GrandpaPlayingGames. This project is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or supported by Altfuture. DV_Drive is released under the MIT License, and the full source code is available on GitHub: https://github.com/GrandpaPlayingGames/DV_Drive
DV_Drive is a gameplay mod for Derail Valley that converts nearly all static vehicles—cars, trucks, buses, mining, farm, and military—into fully drivable versions. With 16 endorsements and 917 downloads, it's a niche but functional addition for players seeking to commandeer the game's world. Last updated July 2026.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Turns the world into a sandbox—no more walking past parked vehicles.
- Covers a wide range of vehicle types, from civilian to military.
- Fresh update (July 2026) means it's likely compatible with current game version.
⚠️ Cons
- Low endorsement count (16) suggests it's not widely tested or vetted.
- Only 'almost all' vehicles are covered—some may remain static.
For Derail Valley players who want to explore the world beyond the rails and mess around with every vehicle they see. If you're tired of just driving trains and want to commandeer a bus or a military truck, this is for you. Skip if you prefer a strictly train-focused experience.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires a mod loader like BepInEx—if so, install that first.
- Test the mod in a sandbox save to see which vehicles are drivable before starting a career run.
- Keep an eye on the mod page for updates, as Derail Valley patches may break compatibility.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Derailvalley Mods
- Author
- IamGrandpaPlayingGames
- Version
- 1.1.0
- Downloads
- 917
- Endorsements
- 16
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 5/7/2026
- Updated
- 7/20/2026
🔧 How to Install Derail Valley Mods
Download from Nexus Mods.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Derail Valley →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
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