What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?

When your vehicle begins to skid, the safest and most effective response is to steer in the direction of the skid. This technique helps to regain control of the vehicle and aligns the front wheels with the intended path of travel. By doing so, you effectively counteract the oversteering or understeering that caused the skid. Steering towards the skid helps the tires regain traction, allowing you to stabilize the vehicle more quickly.

The other responses may lead to further loss of control. For instance, steering opposite to the skid can confuse the vehicle's handling and potentially spin the vehicle out. Braking hard can cause the wheels to lock up, making the skid worse by eliminating any remaining traction. Accelerating gently during a skid can also be dangerous, as it may exacerbate the loss of control rather than facilitate recovery. Understanding how to respond to skidding situations is crucial for safe driving, especially under adverse weather conditions.