What must you do if your vehicle begins to skid?

When your vehicle begins to skid, the best course of action is to steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go. This technique helps regain control of the vehicle, as steering into the skid allows the wheels to regain traction. If you turn the steering wheel in the direction you would like to travel, you can help align the vehicle with your intended path, minimizing the risk of losing control further and preventing potential accidents.

In contrast, braking immediately can exacerbate the skid and further destabilize the vehicle, making it more difficult to regain control. Driving faster is counterproductive and can lead to an even more dangerous situation, as increased speed will worsen the loss of traction. Lastly, turning the steering wheel side to side can create confusion and instability in the vehicle's handling, further contributing to loss of control. Therefore, steering in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go is the safest and most effective method to recover from a skid.