What should you do if you experience vehicle skidding?

When experiencing vehicle skidding, the appropriate response is to steer in the direction you want to go. This technique is often referred to as "steering into the skid." By doing this, you are working to align the vehicle with its direction of travel and regain control. When a vehicle skids, it's typically because the tires have lost traction with the road surface, and turning the steering wheel in the same direction as the skid allows the tires to realign with the direction the vehicle is meant to travel, which helps restore stability.

This response contrasts with other methods that could exacerbate the situation. For instance, braking hard can result in further loss of control, as it places more stress on the tires, reducing their ability to grip the road. Turning the steering wheel in the opposite direction can lead to overcorrection, potentially causing the vehicle to spin out more. Accelerating while skidding can also worsen the loss of traction. Therefore, steering toward your intended path is the most effective and safe maneuver to regain control during a skid.