If your vehicle begins to skid, what should you do?

When your vehicle begins to skid, the proper response is to steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go. This technique helps you regain control of the vehicle more effectively. By steering into the skid, you are counteracting the loss of traction and allowing the front wheels to catch the road, which can help bring the vehicle back to a straight path.

Applying the brakes immediately can worsen the skid and make it more challenging to regain control. Likewise, accelerating might increase your speed in a skid, leading to a greater loss of control. Turning the wheel sharply in the opposite direction can create a counterproductive effect, potentially causing further instability and creating a risk of overcorrection. Thus, steering towards the desired direction is the safest and most effective response to manage a skid.