During an acceleration skid, what is the recommended action?

• A. Brake firmly
• B. Steer into the skid
• C. Do not brake, ease off gas and straighten the front wheels as the vehicle begins to straighten itself out
• D. Shift into neutral

Answer: (C)

An acceleration skid happens when the drive tires lose grip due to too much throttle on a slick surface, causing the rear of the vehicle to slide. The best response is to take your foot off the accelerator and avoid braking. Reducing throttle lessens the drive-wheel torque and helps tires regain traction. As the vehicle begins to straighten, straighten the front wheels and then steer smoothly to your intended path. This minimizes abrupt changes and helps you regain stable control. Abrupt braking or aggressive steering during a skid can worsen the loss of control, and shifting to neutral is not advised because it can reduce steering control and delay recovery.