The invention relates to a method for influencing the transverse dynamics in a vehicle (F) during an evasive maneuver with the aid of a vehicle controller (3) which controls the side-slip angle and/or the yaw rate of the vehicle (F) and triggers an automatic control engagement upon exceeding a predefined threshold value. The travel situation is monitored in respect of an obstacle (H) and different engagements are carried out depending on the classification of the situation. The engagements are optimized in respect of stability and comfort so that an optimal behavior of the vehicle (F) is achieved in every travel situation.