In a front wheel drive car, if you are skidding, what should you do?

When a front-wheel-drive car is skidding, the appropriate action is to accelerate slightly and steer in the direction you want to go. This technique helps regain control over the vehicle by shifting the weight to the front tires, which are responsible for both steering and powering the vehicle. By gently accelerating, you can provide stability and traction, allowing the tires to grip the road better.

This method is particularly effective in front-wheel-drive cars that often experience understeer during skids. Instead of trying to stop or forcefully turn the wheels against the skid, which can lead to losing further control, gradual acceleration in conjunction with steering towards the intended path enables the driver to guide the vehicle back on track.

Stopping the car immediately could exacerbate the skid, especially if done suddenly. Steering against the skid can lead to loss of control as well, and turning off the ignition would prevent power steering assist, making it more difficult to regain control. Therefore, the most effective approach during a skid in this type of vehicle is to gently accelerate and steer in the desired direction.