GTA Online: Chop Shop Update

News: The latest update for GTA Online, titled the Chop Shop Update 1.68, is now available for players of GTA V. This winter-themed update brings a host of new features and enhancements to the game. In this article, we will delve into the details of the update, including the addition of a Salvage Yard business, Robbery missions, new vehicles, Drift Racing, and exclusive features for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Salvage Yard

One of the major highlights of this update is the introduction of the Salvage Yard. Players can purchase this business, which provides access to a range of Salvage Yard Robberies, a Tow Truck Service, and other features. Each week, Salvage Yard owners can undertake three multi-part Freemode Salvage Yard Robberies, where they scope out and plan to steal high-value vehicles that can be sold or salvaged for a profit. Additionally, owners can purchase a Tow Truck, allowing them to collect abandoned cars and bring them back to be salvaged over time. Completing Tow Truck work also increases the rate at which the Salvage Yard generates passive income. Stripped vehicles inside the Salvage Yard yield payment upon completion. Moreover, this property comes with new Awards and Career Progress Challenges for players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles.

Drift Races

Another exciting addition is the introduction of Drift Races for players with a Los Santos Car Meet membership. In these races, players aim to score the most points by skillfully chaining drifts, narrowly avoiding obstacles, and building up score multipliers. Drift Races can be accessed through a new series blip on the map or from the Race Organizer inside the Los Santos Car Meet. To enhance the drift experience, custom Drift-Tuning upgrades are available for seven existing vehicles and one new vehicle, the Fathom FR36 (Coupe). These upgrades can be applied to the personal vehicles mentioned above while inside the Los Santos Car Meet in Freemode.

New Vehicles

The Chop Shop Update also brings a total of eleven new vehicles to the game. Players can get their hands on the Grotti Turismo Omaggio (Super), Vapid Aleutian (SUV), Declasse Vigero ZX Convertible (Muscle), Karin Vivanite (SUV), Fathom FR36 (Coupe), Vapid Dominator GT (Muscle), Declasse Impaler LX (Muscle), Karin Asterope GZ (Sedan), and Vapid Stanier LE Cruiser (Emergency). Additionally, players can unlock the Vapid Unmarked Cruiser (Emergency) by surviving a 3-star wanted level for 5 minutes and the Police Riot (Emergency) by naturally losing a 4/5-star wanted level.

Weapons and Cosmetics

As for weaponry, the update introduces a new weapon called the Battle Rifle, which players can purchase from the Gun Van and Agency Armory. Moreover, there are new additions to the cosmetic options in the game. Over 150 pieces of male clothing and accessories, as well as female clothing and accessories, have been added to clothing stores. Male and female characters also have access to new hairstyles at barber shops, and there are 32 new unisex tattoos available at tattoo parlors.

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S Features

Owners of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles will also get the added benefit of ambient animals in Freemode. These animals can be enabled or disabled in the Creator and add an additional level of immersion to the game.

Enhancements and Fixes

The update brings improvements to the overall gaming experience as well. Players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles now have access to a Vehicle Organization section in the Interaction Menu, making it easier to move owned vehicles between garages. The Interaction Menu itself has been updated, making commonly used functions more accessible. Weapon pickups in Freemode have been updated with new locations and weapons to discover. Players can now add custom garage tooltips to individual floors of the Eclipse Blvd garage. The transition time between modes has been reduced when playing in a Playlist or Series. Additionally, rank restrictions for purchasing throwables have been removed. The Los Santos Car Meet specification service is now available on PC, PS4, and Xbox One. Jukeboxes inside player properties can now play any radio station. Moreover, pursuit and street races grant a 20% increase in Los Santos Car Meet reputation gains. Players registering as a CEO/VIP/MC President for the first time can now name their organization/MC. The Up-N-Atomizer is disabled when inside interiors to prevent players from getting stuck. Voice chat now defaults to off on console platforms, and options have been added to restrict the display of in-game phone text messages.

Creator Tool Enhancements

The update also brings several enhancements to the Creator tool. Players can now preview weather options and block certain weather options from appearing in lobbies. The Race Creator now includes new scenarios, such as a race starter, crowds of people, and various vehicles that can be placed on the track. New options allow players to customize the layout of the starting grid based on race statistics, and catchup options can be adjusted. In Deathmatch Creator, players can set the number of teams and make changes to the end conditions. Several new props, including road smoothing props, colored and graffiti traffic cone props, painted sign props, and plastic and metal barriers, have been added.

With the introduction of the Chop Shop Update 1.68, GTA Online players can now enjoy an array of new content and improvements. Whether it’s engaging in Salvage Yard robberies, participating in intense Drift Races, or cruising around with the new vehicles, there is something exciting for everyone. So, jump into the game and explore the latest update for a thrilling gaming experience.

FAQs

1. What is the main highlight of the Chop Shop Update?

The main highlight of the Chop Shop Update is the introduction of the Salvage Yard business, which allows players to undertake multi-part Freemode Salvage Yard Robberies and own a Tow Truck for collecting abandoned cars.

2. How can players participate in Drift Races?

Players with a Los Santos Car Meet membership can participate in Drift Races, which can be accessed through a new series blip on the map or from the Race Organizer inside the Los Santos Car Meet.

3. What enhancements are available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S console owners?

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S console owners can enjoy ambient animals in Freemode, which can be enabled or disabled in the Creator. They also have access to a Vehicle Organization section in the Interaction Menu for easier vehicle management.