If you start to skid on a wet or icy road, what is the correct action?

• A. Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go, avoid abrupt braking, and ease off the accelerator.
• B. Pump the brakes quickly to regain traction.
• C. Steer away from the direction of travel.
• D. Push the accelerator hard to regain speed.

Answer: (A)

When a skid happens on a wet or icy road, the tires have lost grip, so the goal is to regain control with smooth inputs. Steer toward the direction you want the front wheels to go and ease off the accelerator, avoiding abrupt braking. This helps align the tires with your intended path and reduces wheel spin, letting traction come back. Braking hard or pumping the brakes can lock wheels or remove steering control, making the skid worse. Steering away from the direction of travel or pushing the accelerator hard would push you further off course or into more slide. Once you feel grip returning, continue steering smoothly and reapply gentle throttle to regain controlled motion.