What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

When your vehicle starts to skid, the best response is to steer in the direction you want to go. This technique, known as "steering into the skid," helps to realign the vehicle's tires with the direction of travel, allowing for better control.

By steering in the direction of the skid, you assist the vehicle in regaining traction, which helps to stabilize it. For instance, if the rear of your car is skidding to the right, you should steer to the right. This effectively counteracts the slide and helps you regain control of the vehicle.

Other responses may seem intuitive but can lead to further loss of control. For example, steering in the opposite direction could worsen the skid, as it may lead to overcorrection. Accelerating can increase speed and exacerbate the skid, while braking firmly can lock the tires, preventing them from rolling and worsening the loss of control.