What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

When your vehicle starts to skid, the most effective response is to steer in the direction you want to go, which allows for the tires to regain traction and helps you regain control of the vehicle. This technique, often referred to as "steering into the skid," helps align the car back onto its intended path, minimizing the risk of losing control further or spinning out.

Avoiding slamming on the brakes is crucial because sudden braking can exacerbate the skid and lead to a loss of steering control. Instead, it’s important to remain calm and gently apply the steering to counteract the skid. This proactive approach helps stabilize the vehicle and reduces the likelihood of an accident.

Other options like slamming on the brakes or steering away from the direction of the skid are less effective and can worsen the situation. Also, turning off the engine would be impractical and could lead to other complications in controlling the vehicle.