Driveable Vehicles

Learn how to find, spawn, and use various driveable vehicles in Garry's Mod. This guide covers everything from basic controls to advanced tips for navigating the game world with your custom rides.

Hey there! So you're looking to get around Garry's Mod in style, huh? Awesome! Driveable vehicles can really change up how you play, whether you're cruising around with friends or setting up some epic scenes. This guide is gonna walk you through what you need to know to get your hands on some cool rides.

We'll cover how to find and use different types of vehicles, from cars and planes to more... unusual contraptions. Think of it as your cheat sheet for becoming the ultimate GMod chauffeur!

What's Inside This Guide

• How to find and subscribe to vehicle addons from the Steam Workshop.
• Basic controls for driving, flying, and operating various vehicles.
• Tips for troubleshooting common issues with vehicles.
• Examples of popular and interesting driveable vehicles you can add to your game.

Getting Started with Vehicles

Most of the time, you won't find a huge variety of vehicles just sitting around in a fresh Garry's Mod install. The real magic happens with the Steam Workshop! It's basically a giant library of stuff other players have made, and there are tons of awesome vehicles you can download for free.

Subscribing to Vehicle Addons

Here's the drill: Head over to the Garry's Mod Steam Workshop. You can search for terms like "vehicle," "car," "plane," "boat," or whatever you're looking for. Found something cool? Just hit that big green "Subscribe" button on the item's page. Steam will automatically download it and put it right into your game. Easy peasy!

Spawning Your Vehicle

Once you've subscribed to an addon, you'll need to spawn it in-game. The most common way to do this is through the Spawnmenu. Press 'Q' (by default) to open it up. Look for a tab that says "Vehicles" or something similar, or you might find it under the "Addons" tab if it's a custom vehicle addon. Click on the vehicle you want, and it'll appear in front of you. You might need to place it down carefully!

Driving Basics

Okay, you've got your ride! Now, how do you actually make it go? The controls can vary a bit depending on the vehicle, but here are the general ones:

• Movement: Usually, the 'W', 'A', 'S', 'D' keys control forward, left, backward, and right.
• Steering: The 'A' and 'D' keys handle steering.
• Acceleration/Braking: The 'W' key often accelerates, and 'S' can brake or reverse. Sometimes the 'Spacebar' is used for braking or handbrake.
• Looking Around: Hold down the 'Right Mouse Button' to look around freely while driving.
• Getting In/Out: Usually, you just walk up to the vehicle and press 'E' to get in. Press 'E' again to get out.

For planes and helicopters, you'll often use the 'Spacebar' and 'Ctrl' keys for ascent and descent, and the mouse might control pitch and yaw. Always check the addon's description on the Workshop page for specific controls!

Tips and Tricks

• Check the Description: Seriously, always read the Workshop page description. The creator usually lists specific controls, requirements (like needing other addons), and known issues.
• Performance: Some complex vehicles can cause lag, especially if you have a lot of them or are playing with many people. If your game starts chugging, try removing some addons or using simpler vehicles.
• Persistence: If you want a vehicle to stay put after you save your game or if it's a big prop, you might need to use the 'Make Persistent' tool from the Physics Gun. Right-clicking on some vehicles might also have a 'Make Persistent' option.
• Repairs: Some vehicles might have damage models. You might need specific tools or addons to repair them, or they might just be permanently damaged.
• Multiplayer Fun: Vehicles are way more fun with friends! Try setting up races, or just cruising around the map together. Just be mindful of server performance!

Popular Vehicle Types to Look For

The Workshop has a massive variety, but here are some common types you'll find:

• Cars & Trucks: From realistic sports cars to wacky custom creations.
• Aircraft: Planes, helicopters, jets, and even VTOLs.
• Boats & Submarines: For all your aquatic adventures.
• Trains: If you want to build your own railway empire.
• Specialty Vehicles: Think tanks, construction equipment, and even things that aren't really vehicles but move!

Have fun exploring and happy driving!