During a vehicle skid, what is the recommended action?

During a vehicle skid, the recommended course of action is to turn towards the direction of the skid and reduce your speed. This approach allows the driver to regain control of the vehicle more effectively. When a vehicle skids, it typically means that the vehicle has lost traction with the road surface, and steering into the skid helps realign the wheels with the direction of travel. By doing so, the driver can help the vehicle regain stability and avoid a further loss of control.

Reducing speed during a skid is equally important as it decreases the kinetic energy of the vehicle, making it easier to manage and recover control. The combination of steering into the skid and easing off the accelerator can help realign the direction of travel and allow the tires to re-establish traction.

Other methods, such as accelerating or immediately applying brakes, can exacerbate the situation, potentially leading to a more severe loss of control or even a spin. Therefore, turning towards the skid and reducing speed is the best practice when managing a vehicle skid.