What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

When your vehicle starts to skid, the correct response is to turn the steering wheel in the direction you want to go. This technique, often referred to as "steering into the skid," helps to regain control of the vehicle by aligning the front wheels with the direction of travel. By doing this, you are allowing the tires to regain grip and stabilize the vehicle, preventing it from spinning or further skidding.

Steering in the opposite direction would create more instability and could worsen the skid. Braking hard is generally not advisable during a skid, as it can lock the wheels and make it more difficult to regain control. Accelerating in such a situation is also counterproductive as it could result in losing control altogether. Understanding and practicing the correct reaction to a skid enhances overall driving safety and vehicle handling skills.