During a skid, what is the best action to take?

The best action to take during a skid is to steer in the direction you want the vehicle to go. This technique is often referred to as "steering into the skid." When a vehicle starts to skid, the rear wheels lose traction and the back end begins to slide. By steering in the direction of where you want to go, you help to realign the vehicle's path in the intended direction.

This action allows the front wheels to regain traction, which can help stabilize the vehicle and reduce the chance of further skidding. It is critical to avoid oversteering, as this can exacerbate the skid and lead to a loss of control.

Other methods, such as braking immediately or accelerating, can worsen the situation. Braking can lock up the wheels and lead to further loss of control, while accelerating may exacerbate the skid, making it harder to regain traction. Steering in the opposite direction of the skid can also lead to a loss of control and is not recommended in most cases, as it may send the vehicle in the opposite direction you intend to go. Thus, steering in the direction you want the vehicle to go is the most effective way to regain control during a skid.