Version 4.2.13 serves as an essential stability and refinement baseline. It smooths out complex calculations within the tycoon management engine, fine-tunes the photo-scene mode, and polishes the user interface to ensure your custom automotive creations function seamlessly before exporting them to drive. Core Gameplay Pillars of Automation
: Better for sporty mid-range cars, offering improved flow and lighter weight.
Previously, shipping and logistics were abstracted. In v4.2.13, you must now manage . Building a factory in Germany allows high-quality steel but higher labor costs, while building in 1970s Japan gives you lean manufacturing bonuses. The patch introduces "Supply Chain Disruption Events" (strikes, fuel crises, shipping delays) that force you to adapt your production lines dynamically. Automation - The Car Company Tycoon Game v4.2.13
As of 2025, Automation is still in Early Access, but v4.2.13 is a highly stable and feature-complete build. While the developers are now deep into the "Terso Update" (the final major update) and the Al-Rilma branches, 4.2.13 remains the go-to version for players who want a simulation without dealing with the edge-case bugs of bleeding-edge alpha patches.
represents a vital maintenance and refinement phase within the ambitious LCV4.2 (Light Campaign Version 4.2) development cycle. While earlier 4.2 iterations introduced massive shifts like balance shafts and harmonic dampers, v4.2.13 focuses on the "Open Alpha" stability needed for a smooth tycoon experience. The Core Experience: Engineering Meets Economics Version 4
The core of Automation remains the designer. V4.2.13 allows you to build engines ranging from a 0.5L twin-cylinder for microcars to a monstrous 12.0L V16 for land-yachts.
Aspiring engineers, Gearhead YouTubers, BeamNG.drive owners who want custom cars, and anyone who has ever argued about turbo lag on a forum. Previously, shipping and logistics were abstracted
In the white room, M smiled—a real smile, not a composite. “You did it. You beat automation with a stick shift and a leaking gasket.”