What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

When your vehicle begins to skid, the most effective action is to steer in the direction you want the vehicle to go. This approach helps to regain control and can prevent further loss of traction. By turning the steering wheel towards the desired path, you are allowing the vehicle to realign with the road, which helps in counteracting the momentum that caused the skid.

It's important to remain calm and avoid over-correcting or making sudden movements, which can exacerbate the situation. This technique focuses on balance and control, allowing the vehicle's tires to regain traction as you steer into the skid.

Other methods such as pressing the brake firmly can lead to further loss of control, while turning the steering wheel sharply may cause the vehicle to spin. Accelerating to regain control is typically counterproductive and could worsen the skid, as it can further reduce tire traction.