What should you do if you go into a skid?

When you find yourself in a skid, the best response is to take your foot off the gas. This action helps reduce speed and regain traction, allowing the tires to reconnect with the pavement more effectively. In a skid, maintaining control is key, and removing your foot from the accelerator is a crucial first step in stabilizing the vehicle.

The other approaches can lead to loss of control. Braking hard can cause the wheels to lock up, worsening the skid instead of correcting it. Turning the wheel sharply can exacerbate the loss of traction and lead to spinning out. Accelerating in a skid can further destabilize the vehicle and lead to a more severe loss of control, making it much more dangerous. By gently easing off the gas, you can help regain control of the vehicle and steer it in the desired direction as traction improves.