What should be the appropriate action if your vehicle starts skidding on a wet road?

When your vehicle starts skidding on a wet road, the appropriate action is to steer in the direction of the skid. This technique helps to realign the vehicle’s wheels with its direction of travel, allowing for better control and stability. When skidding, the rear tires lose traction, causing the back end of the car to move sideways. By turning the steering wheel in the direction that the rear of the car is skidding, you can help prevent the vehicle from spinning out.

If you were to brake hard instead, it could further destabilize the vehicle and increase the likelihood of losing control. Accelerating in a skid can exacerbate the situation as it can cause a loss of control. Turning on hazard lights is useful for signaling other drivers but doesn’t help regain control of a skidding vehicle. Thus, steering into the skid is the best practice for maintaining control and safely getting the vehicle back on track.