What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

When a vehicle starts to skid, the appropriate response is to steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go. This method, often referred to as "steering into the skid," helps align the vehicle's front wheels with the direction of travel, allowing for better control. By doing this, you are helping the vehicle regain traction and correct its path.

In a skid, the vehicle loses traction, and abrupt actions like hard braking or acceleration can worsen the situation by destabilizing the vehicle further. Steering towards where you want to go helps guide the vehicle back onto a stable path and reduces the risk of spinning out. This technique is crucial for maintaining control during a skid, particularly on slippery surfaces.

Turning off the engine is not a practical solution because it does not address the immediate issue of regaining control. Similarly, braking hard or quickly accelerating can lead to further loss of control. Properly managing a skid through steering is essential for safe driving in such circumstances.