What should you do if you find yourself hydroplaning?

When experiencing hydroplaning, the correct response is to ease off the accelerator and steer straight. Hydroplaning occurs when a layer of water builds between your tires and the road surface, causing a loss of traction. By gently easing off the accelerator, you allow your vehicle to slow down in a controlled manner, which helps to re-establish contact between the tires and the road. Steering straight is crucial because it minimizes further loss of control; making sudden turns can lead to skidding or spinning out.

Adjusting your speed and maintaining your trajectory until you regain control is essential for safety. Other methods, such as braking hard or changing lanes quickly, can exacerbate the situation and lead to a more dangerous outcome, while steering against the skid can similarly result in loss of control.