(formally versioned v0.21.3.0 ) was a major milestone in the game’s development history. Released in late 2021, this update is widely remembered by the community as a "hot" release—both for its literal introduction of flammable materials and its figurative excitement regarding vehicle variety.
As the needle climbed past 140 mph, the simulation's "hot" mechanics kicked in. On-screen, the UI flashed orange: . beamngdrive v02130 hot