If you hydroplane (lose traction and start sliding on wet roads), stay calm and take these steps right away:
🚨 1. Don’t slam on the brakes
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Braking hard can make you skid more.
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Ease off the gas pedal slowly.
🛞 2. Steer gently in the direction you want to go
- Don’t jerk the wheel — just steer smoothly to stay straight.
- If your car’s back end is sliding out, gently steer into the skid to regain control.
⚙️ 3. Wait until you regain traction
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Your tires will eventually reconnect with the road.
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When they do, you can begin to gently steer or brake if needed.
⛔️ 4. Avoid sudden moves
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No sharp turns.
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No quick acceleration or hard braking.
🧠 Bonus: How to prevent hydroplaning
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Drive slower in rain or puddles.
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Make sure your tires have good tread and are properly inflated.
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Avoid using cruise control on wet roads.
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Drive in the tracks of the car in front of you if possible.
If you have any further questions about driving contact us at A1-Driving Schools! Courses like risk reduction can help deepen your understanding of situations like these, so try and take one!
