What action should you take if your vehicle begins to skid?

When a vehicle begins to skid, it is crucial to maintain control and regain traction. Gently lifting your foot off the accelerator helps to reduce speed without causing a sudden change that could worsen the skid. This gradual reduction in speed allows the tires to regain their grip on the road surface.

Steering in the direction you want to go helps to realign the vehicle's path. This is often referred to as "steering into the skid," which facilitates better control as you navigate out of the skid. By focusing on both the reduction of acceleration and proper steering, you can recover from the skid safely and continue driving.

The other options would lead to increased instability or would not help in regaining control effectively. For example, braking hard during a skid can lock the wheels or lead to further loss of control, while turning off the engine could disable power steering, making it harder to steer. Easing into acceleration without addressing the skid situation may not provide the necessary traction recovery and could prolong the loss of control.