What is the correct action if you start to skid?

What is the correct action if you start to skid?

• A. Steer in the direction opposite to the skid and brake hard.
• B. Use the gas pedal to regain traction as you steer.
• C. Fully brake and stop immediately.
• D. Steer in the direction of the skid, avoid overcorrecting, and gently accelerate once you regain traction.

Answer: (D)

When you start to skid, the focus is on getting the wheels back under control by guiding the vehicle where you want it to go. Steer into the direction the rear of the car is sliding, not away from it. This helps realign the tires with your intended path and reduces the chance of a spin. Avoid overcorrecting the steering, which can throw you past the desired direction and make control harder. Do not brake hard, and don’t force the engine with abrupt throttle; both can worsen the slide. Once you feel the tires regain traction, straighten the steering and gently accelerate to continue safely.

When you start to skid, the focus is on getting the wheels back under control by guiding the vehicle where you want it to go. Steer into the direction the rear of the car is sliding, not away from it. This helps realign the tires with your intended path and reduces the chance of a spin. Avoid overcorrecting the steering, which can throw you past the desired direction and make control harder. Do not brake hard, and don’t force the engine with abrupt throttle; both can worsen the slide. Once you feel the tires regain traction, straighten the steering and gently accelerate to continue safely.