The official "my Yaris handles bad on the highway/with crosswinds" thread - Page 5 - Toyota Yaris Forums

33OH · 11-04-2008, 05:31 PM

My Yaris has picked up alot of wind resistance side-to-side. Other than that it doesn't rock on the highway at all. And I drive on the highway about 100 miles every day to work.

It has been better since I've lowered it too. I used DF210's.

lita_g · 11-04-2008, 05:49 PM

Mine does that sometimes on I-4 when I'm going 75-80, it does it also sometimes on my way home going 70, but usually when it happens I think it is when it's somewhat windy, it's not happening all the time, so I'm not worried.

Bob_VT · 11-04-2008, 05:55 PM

About 50% of that is road surface which changes constantly when heavy trucks travel on them and the other half could be wind.

Road surfaces have alot of effect.

Mikeb Yaris · 11-04-2008, 06:19 PM

Try ridge riding...

YarisSedan · 11-04-2008, 08:36 PM

Mine used to do that. But wheni put on the trd swaybar it seemed to go away. Once i put the trd springs on it i never had this problem anymore no matter how fast im going

MUSKOKA800 · 11-05-2008, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by YarisSedan

Mine used to do that. But wheni put on the trd swaybar it seemed to go away. Once i put the trd springs on it i never had this problem anymore no matter how fast im going

My experience exactly. Add a TRD swaybar and most of your shifty cross-wind issues will be resolved. And your general handling will be vastly improved as well. I've said it before on this forum, the TRD swaybar should be factory installed on every Yaris (the sedan for sure), for safety sake.

helphelp911 · 02-01-2009, 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by MUSKOKA800

My experience exactly. Add a TRD swaybar and most of your shifty cross-wind issues will be resolved. And your general handling will be vastly improved as well. I've said it before on this forum, the TRD swaybar should be factory installed on every Yaris (the sedan for sure), for safety sake.

For the swaybar, should i need to install the TRD shocks/spring in order to see its effect?

Will stock + swaybar keep the car stable on highway with some wind?

MUSKOKA800 · 02-01-2009, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by helphelp911

For the swaybar, should i need to install the TRD shocks/spring in order to see its effect?

Will stock + swaybar keep the car stable on highway with some wind?

Yes, just the swaybar makes a world of difference. Much more confident feel at highway speeds.

Ryu · 11-04-2008, 10:28 PM

Try to fill up your windshield washer fluid and gas to full on windy day and see if it happens again.

Windshield fluid add weight to the front and gas add weight to the rear.
Combined = stable ride on cross windy day.

I feel my car is quite heavy after I top up those 2 to full. Try it and you will feel the difference!!

By the way, our yaris is very aerodynamic from the front side but not for those cross wind.

Phaeton · 11-04-2008, 11:31 PM

How about slowing down lol.

Stargate YARlantIS · 11-04-2008, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Phaeton

How about slowing down lol.

lol....or speed up! jk

Ryu · 11-04-2008, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Stargate YARlantIS

lol....or speed up! jk

Haha, that would be another subject

YAR1S · 11-05-2008, 01:17 AM

haha slowing down would result in a semi rear ending my poor yaris, its a two lane highway and if your that one slow person your more than likely gonna cause trouble for everyone else. Although I dont mind going slower, I often take the business route which is 5-10 mph slower than the normal highway, just to save gas.

and my tank and washer fluid (not much weight?) were both full.
It may very well be the road I travel the crappiest part of I-40 in the state twice a day, what do i expect. glad they voted for the road improvement bond in my state, hopefully I wont have to worry about it much longer.

drbilal · 11-05-2008, 07:25 AM

swaybar and/or drop is ur answer

YAR1S · 11-05-2008, 06:57 PM

Im starting to think its the ridges in the road from the big rigs. Maybe cause the yaris isnt that wide, and its falling into the ridges kinda funny, so when I move slightly from left to right it tugs? maybe? no?

Latka · 11-06-2008, 12:41 AM

Sounds like "tramlining" to me. Certain vehicles / wheel & tire combos seem more prone to it - but you got it. Following the traction grooves in the highway.

NJBob · 02-01-2009, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Latka

Sounds like "tramlining" to me. Certain vehicles / wheel & tire combos seem more prone to it - but you got it. Following the traction grooves in the highway.

+1 Our Route 295 is deeply rutted from so many tractor trailers over the years and will pull you from side to side. It's a 3 lane hwy and the middle lane is the worst. My '98 Neon had the same problem.
If it's the wind than there's not much you can do but slow down and hold on with both hands. I mean do you have the problem when it's NOT windy?

SilverBack · 02-01-2009, 09:01 AM

Know how you guys feel. Most fwys here are unevenly surfaced. Sometimes I feel like I have to white-knuckle the wheel while doing 80, especially on windy days. The short wheel-base and track of the LB isn't well-suited for these conditions. Someday I'll get my TRD suspension upgrade to handle this...

View Poll Results: Do you think the wind plays with your Yaris
Cops think I'm drunk when driving vs. wind	49	54.44%
My Yaris drives straight like an arrow	19	21.11%
Who cares, cause I don't	22	24.44%
Voters: 90. You may not vote on this poll

11-04-2008, 05:55 PM	#3
Bob_VT View User's Garage Drives: 08 Yaris LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vermont Posts: 1,704	About 50% of that is road surface which changes constantly when heavy trucks travel on them and the other half could be wind. Road surfaces have alot of effect. __________________ some people are little slinkies. . . . .they are really good for nothing. . . .but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs. Come to the DARKSIDE..... We have candy

11-04-2008, 10:28 PM	#9
Ryu View User's Garage Drives: Copper Orange Mica Yaris Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Surrey, BC Posts: 503	Try to fill up your windshield washer fluid and gas to full on windy day and see if it happens again. Windshield fluid add weight to the front and gas add weight to the rear. Combined = stable ride on cross windy day. I feel my car is quite heavy after I top up those 2 to full. Try it and you will feel the difference!! By the way, our yaris is very aerodynamic from the front side but not for those cross wind. __________________ My Copper Orange Mica Yaris with 9.3lb Kosei K1 TS http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10951 http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13882 http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...180#post472180 Last edited by Ryu; 11-04-2008 at 10:39 PM.

02-01-2009, 09:01 AM	#18
SilverBack Joey View User's Garage Drives: '14 Scion xD 5-speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: El Monte, Ca Posts: 3,529	Know how you guys feel. Most fwys here are unevenly surfaced. Sometimes I feel like I have to white-knuckle the wheel while doing 80, especially on windy days. The short wheel-base and track of the LB isn't well-suited for these conditions. Someday I'll get my TRD suspension upgrade to handle this... __________________ Formerly owned Met-Met. '07 Yaris LB 5-speed. A forum post should be like a skirt: Long enough to cover the subject but short enough to keep things interesting. "I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem." -Hank Hill

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11-04-2008, 05:31 PM	#1
33OH Drives: '08 Yaris Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dover, Ohio Posts: 7,606	My Yaris has picked up alot of wind resistance side-to-side. Other than that it doesn't rock on the highway at all. And I drive on the highway about 100 miles every day to work. It has been better since I've lowered it too. I used DF210's.

11-04-2008, 05:49 PM	#2
lita_g Drives: 2008 Yaris HB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Deland, FL Posts: 266	Mine does that sometimes on I-4 when I'm going 75-80, it does it also sometimes on my way home going 70, but usually when it happens I think it is when it's somewhat windy, it's not happening all the time, so I'm not worried.

11-04-2008, 06:19 PM	#4
Mikeb Yaris Drives: 08 Sedan Base Auto/PWR BLK Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Illinois Posts: 58	Try ridge riding...

11-04-2008, 08:36 PM	#5
YarisSedan Drives: 08 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: California - Bay Area Posts: 2,773	Mine used to do that. But wheni put on the trd swaybar it seemed to go away. Once i put the trd springs on it i never had this problem anymore no matter how fast im going

11-04-2008, 11:31 PM	#10
Phaeton View User's Garage Drives: Blazing Blue Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Port Angeles, Wa Posts: 385	How about slowing down lol.

11-05-2008, 01:17 AM	#13
YAR1S View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris 3dr LB (Bayou Blue) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2,602	haha slowing down would result in a semi rear ending my poor yaris, its a two lane highway and if your that one slow person your more than likely gonna cause trouble for everyone else. Although I dont mind going slower, I often take the business route which is 5-10 mph slower than the normal highway, just to save gas. and my tank and washer fluid (not much weight?) were both full. It may very well be the road I travel the crappiest part of I-40 in the state twice a day, what do i expect. glad they voted for the road improvement bond in my state, hopefully I wont have to worry about it much longer.

11-05-2008, 07:25 AM	#14
drbilal View User's Garage Drives: BELTA SEDAN Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NYC \| Pakistan Posts: 128	swaybar and/or drop is ur answer

11-05-2008, 06:57 PM	#15
YAR1S View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris 3dr LB (Bayou Blue) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2,602	Im starting to think its the ridges in the road from the big rigs. Maybe cause the yaris isnt that wide, and its falling into the ridges kinda funny, so when I move slightly from left to right it tugs? maybe? no?

11-06-2008, 12:41 AM	#16
Latka Drives: 0x Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hawaii Posts: 74	Sounds like "tramlining" to me. Certain vehicles / wheel & tire combos seem more prone to it - but you got it. Following the traction grooves in the highway.