What is the proper action when your vehicle starts to skid?

When your vehicle starts to skid, the proper action is to steer in the direction you want the front of the car to go. This technique helps regain control of the vehicle by allowing the tires to grip the road once the skidding begins to stabilize. In a skid, the rear of the car tends to swing out, and by directing the front of the vehicle towards the desired path, you are facilitating a recovery process that aims to align the vehicle with the direction of travel.

This action is crucial because improper responses, such as braking hard, can exacerbate the skid, potentially causing a loss of control and leading to more severe accidents. Turning off the ignition is not a practical response during a skid, as it does not address the issue of steering and can lead to a loss of steering control entirely.