Your vehicle is most likely to be affected by side winds on open stretches of road where there are no natural or man-made barriers to block the wind. These open areas allow strong crosswinds to impact the vehicle, causing shifts in stability and aerodynamic forces, especially around the wheel compartments and rear of the vehicle. Additionally, side winds are more pronounced when crossing bridges, gaps in hedges, or when passing large vehicles, which can create turbulent wake effects and increase the side force on the vehicle. Vehicles with a higher center of gravity, such as high-sided trucks, are even more susceptible to side winds in these open and exposed areas.