Posted by Phil on March 2, 2005, at 6:29:43
In reply to Driving/skidding on ice and snow -- help!, posted by Sarah T. on March 2, 2005, at 2:27:08
I think this means to steer the car in the direction you want it to go but don't over-correct. If you are turning right and your car loses traction and the rear end starts coming around the drivers side of the car(in the U.S.), you should steer back to the left-but not too much or you'll start a skid in the other direction.
If you see a cop at a 7/11 or something, ask them about this because 'steer in the direction of the skid' is the most confusing quote related to driving. I'm pretty sure that you wouldn't want to steer right or you're going to crash for sure.
By far the best thing to do is *slow down* and try to prevent skidding in the first place.
Also, it's a good idea to have your tire pressure at the correct level and you should have as much tread on the rear tires as you have on the front tires.
I hope I didn't confuse you more.
Phil
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