Practice question

If your vehicle starts to skid, what should you do?

  1. Quickly slam on the brakes
  2. Steer in the direction you want to go and avoid over-reacting
  3. Turn your wheel sharply in the opposite direction
  4. Come to a complete stop immediately

Answer: B — Steer in the direction you want to go and avoid over-reacting

When your vehicle starts to skid, the appropriate action is to steer in the direction you want to go while avoiding over-reacting. This technique is known as "steering into the skid" and is crucial for regaining control of the vehicle. When you feel your vehicle losing traction, instead of slamming on the brakes or making abrupt steering adjustments, gently steering in the direction you desire allows the wheels to regain traction more smoothly. This method helps guide the vehicle back on course instead of making the situation worse by overcorrecting. Taking the approach of steering in the desired direction ensures a more controlled response to the skidding situation. It also helps prevent additional skidding or loss of control, which can occur with sharp turns or sudden braking.

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