What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?

When a vehicle begins to skid, the correct action is to steer in the direction you want to go. This technique, known as "steering into the skid," helps to regain control of the vehicle. When the rear wheels lose traction and the vehicle begins to slide, turning the steering wheel in the direction of the skid allows the wheels to align with the direction of travel, which can help regain stability.

The other actions can lead to further loss of control. For example, slamming on the brakes can lock the wheels and make it more difficult to steer or recover from the skid. Panic can exacerbate the situation, leading to erratic or aggressive steering movements that could worsen the skid. Steering away from oncoming traffic might create a dangerous situation, especially if it leads to veering off the road or colliding with other obstacles. Thus, maintaining a calm demeanor and steering where you want to go is the most effective way to navigate out of a skid safely.