What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

When your vehicle starts to skid, the best course of action is to brake gently and steer in the direction of the skid. This means if the rear of your vehicle is sliding to the right, you should steer to the right. This technique helps to regain traction and control over the vehicle. By steering into the skid, you can align the front wheels and allow the vehicle to straighten out, which reduces the risk of spinning out.

Braking hard can exacerbate the situation by causing the wheels to lock up, making it even more difficult to regain control. Letting go of the steering wheel and waiting is not a viable solution, as it does not address the need for control over the vehicle. Accelerating out of the skid could lead to further loss of traction and increase the severity of the skid, steering the vehicle into a more dangerous situation. Keeping calm and following the appropriate techniques is essential for safely handling skids on the road.