What should you do if your vehicle skids on a slippery road?

When your vehicle skids on a slippery road, it is essential to steer in the direction you want to go. This action helps you regain control of the vehicle and aligns the tires with the road surface. By directing the steering wheel towards your intended path, you allow the vehicle to regain traction as it stabilizes, reducing the risk of a spin-out or further skidding.

This technique is often referred to as "steering into the skid." It enables you to react appropriately to the loss of traction, allowing the rear wheels to align with the front wheels and thus preventing further loss of control.

In contrast, other responses would not effectively help in regaining control. For example, steering in the opposite direction of the skid would exacerbate the situation, potentially causing the vehicle to spin out. Similarly, braking hard could lock the wheels and lead to a worse loss of control, while accelerating is not advisable, as it could increase the skid and worsen the situation. Understanding this correct response is vital for safe driving in adverse conditions.