So there was this video of a woman managing to avoid a crash by steering in a special way. I’m learning to drive rn and people keep saying if you skid you steer into it, but isn’t that the opposite of what it feels like you would do?
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Regardless of the conditions, if you have lost traction with the road (your tires are slipping, spinning, or not contacting the pavement in any way) take your foot off the gas pedal slowly and consistently (avoid braking – this can make the skid worse), start steering into the skid to avoid over correction (which will usually result in throwing you off the road completely or into oncoming traffic) and allow the car to slow down naturally until you can either pull off safely, or regain control/traction. I’m not gonna give a scientific reason why, I just know from experience driving on shitty country roads with shitty tires. This is the shit people should learn before being handed a license, but unfortunately they aren’t. Always remember to drive slowly and cautiously in hazardous conditions. Fuck the assholes that will try to intimidate you to drive faster. If they want around you, they’ll pass you. Your life matters more than whatever hurry they’re in. I always try to drive like I have a passenger with me, even if I don’t. It helps to keep me focused and in control of the vehicle. Skidding is scary, especially on ice and hydroplaning on water. I could lie and say you get used to it, but you never really do. It’s always scary, and it should be. Good luck with your driving and be safe!
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