What should you do upon skidding?

When a vehicle begins to skid, the most effective response is to steer in the direction of the skid. This technique allows the driver to regain control of the vehicle's trajectory. If the rear wheels are skidding, turning the steering wheel in the same direction helps to align the front wheels with the back, enabling the vehicle to straighten out and regain traction.

Steering into the skid helps counteract the momentum of the vehicle that is causing the loss of control. It is crucial for the driver to remain calm and not overcorrect, as oversteering can exacerbate the skid. This skill is vital in critical situations where traction is lost, such as on icy or wet roads.

While hard braking can lead to further loss of control, and accelerating can worsen the skid, turning off the engine is not a practical response as it does not address the immediate need to steer the vehicle safely. Properly steering in the direction of the skid is the best strategy for regaining control and safely navigating out of a slippery situation.