What action should you take if your vehicle starts to skid?

If your vehicle starts to skid, the appropriate action is to turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid. This technique helps to regain control of the vehicle because when you turn the steering wheel in the direction the rear of the car is sliding, you are aligning the front wheels with the direction you want to go. This allows the tires to regain traction and helps to straighten out the vehicle.

This method relies on the concept of counter-steering, which is essential in maintaining control during a skid. By turning into the skid, you effectively redirect the vehicle's momentum and help it stabilize.

The other choices can lead to further loss of control. For instance, ignoring the skid can cause the vehicle to continue sliding without correction. Braking immediately can result in the wheels locking up, worsening the skid. Accelerating might intensify the loss of traction, compounding the skidding effect, and making it even harder to regain control.