What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?

When your vehicle begins to skid, the appropriate response is to steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go. This technique, known as "steering into the skid," helps you regain control and align the vehicle with the direction of travel. When skidding, the rear wheels lose traction, and by steering into the skid, you help to realign the wheels with the path you want to follow.

Attempting to brake hard can further upset the vehicle's balance and worsen the skid, as it shifts weight and may lock the wheels. Shifting into neutral or turning off the engine can create additional complications and does not address the underlying issue of regaining steering control. Therefore, steering towards the intended direction is the most effective method for recovering from a skid.