During hydroplaning, what should you do if you skid?

During hydroplaning, if you experience a skid, the best action is to release the accelerator. When a vehicle begins to hydroplane, it loses traction with the road surface due to a layer of water between the tires and the pavement. Steering sharply or applying brakes hard can worsen the loss of control, causing the vehicle to skid further or spin out.

Releasing the accelerator helps to slow down the vehicle gradually without sudden changes that may cause a skid to intensify. This action allows the tires to regain some contact with the road surface and helps the driver maintain control. Once the vehicle begins to slow down and regain traction, the driver can then gently steer in the direction they want to go.