What should you do if your car starts to skid?

When your car starts to skid, steering in the direction you want the front of the car to go is the most effective method for regaining control. This technique, often referred to as "steering into the skid," allows you to align the vehicle's tires with the direction of travel, helping to regain traction. By turning the wheels in the direction you want to go, you encourage the vehicle to straighten out, which can prevent further skidding and possible loss of control.

This approach works because it counteracts the momentum that caused the skid in the first place. Instead of resisting the natural movement of the car, you are guiding it back to a stable path. Remember that skidding often occurs when road conditions are wet, icy, or when there is a sudden change in speed or direction, so understanding this method is essential for safe driving.

The other choices would not effectively address a skid. Braking immediately can exacerbate the loss of control, especially in slippery conditions, by locking the wheels and preventing them from steering. Shifting into neutral can lead to a lack of control over the vehicle's propulsion and steering. Turning the steering wheel sharply in the opposite direction could create further instability and make it harder to regain control, as it conflicts with