How much abuse can the Yaris take?

[ddongbap]

Originally Posted by supmet

I would suggest shifting at least twice each time you go from 0-60

Its an automatic bro.

[supmet]

Originally Posted by ddongbap

Its an automatic bro.

I assure you, automatic transmissions still need to shift.

[jambo101]

Driving with such reckless abandon will sooner or later bite you in the butt as some other driver is going to do something unexpected and the accident will occur because you have left no room for other peoples driving errors.If you really want to let it all out take it to the track where you'll probably find out you arent the driver you think you are..

[ddongbap]

Originally Posted by supmet

I assure you, automatic transmissions still need to shift.

So, you're suggesting to the tranny that it should shift?

[Altitude]

Originally Posted by supmet

I assure you, automatic transmissions still need to shift.

A more accurate statement would be that you *can* shift an automatic to address certain driving conditions (heavy loads, poor road conditions), but if you make it a routine and drive it like a manual, then why bother with an auto at all?

They were designed and meant to be put in drive and go hence the term "automatic".

To the OP - regardless of whether or not the car can take the abuse, unless you own it and pay for it you shouldn't be doing that.