Complete Driving Overhaul V for Grand Theft Auto V

Free car handling mod for GTA V

Complete Driving Overhaul V is a free-to-use utility from Renegade Doggie, created for the Rockstar Games’ open-world title, Grand Theft Auto V. Basically, this small and nifty tool changes how you drive and handle cars in the game. This mod changes turning and acceleration mechanics, changes vehicle health levels, and braking.

With a small file size and a straightforward application, Complete Driving Overhaul V is a nifty addition to your GTA V game that won’t weigh much on your system. However, make sure to save your progress first because it can conflict with other mods, as with GTA V Redux.

Enjoy a more realistic driving

Throughout the GTA franchise, driving remained a simplified activity. There are minor handling differences to capture weight concerns, as with driving a mail truck or a semi. With the Complete Driving Overhaul V mod, you get to enjoy a more technical experience. Realistic suspension and traction make vehicles behave more naturally, instead of the vanilla version where cars feel glued to the ground.

The file comes in a small size of 1.7MB and can be installed manually or through the GTA V Mod Manager. Installing might be a bit tricky, though, since you’ll need to run another program and make changes to the script to make it work with your game. Once installed, you can make in-game settings changes through your keyboard, making it convenient and accessible. 

As you enjoy realism, take note that it will come with a couple of challenges. For example, the once absolute braking mechanic is now dependent on a lot of factors. This poses a new learning curve for vehicle handling. Also, there are risks of conflicts with other mods, although there’s no reason to know which mods trigger this until you test it out.

Small mod with a profound impact

Whether you’re playing the story or simply enjoying the open-world experience, Complete Driving Overhaul V will definitely affect how you play the game. From acceleration to attempts at braking, the weight and the environment will have an impact on your vehicle handling. The file itself, it’s small and versatile in terms of installation. Make sure to prepare to relearn controls and save your file should it have issues.