What to do if I Hydroplane?

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

• Braking hard can make you skid more.

• 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

• Your tires will eventually reconnect with the road.

• When they do, you can begin to gently steer or brake if needed.

⛔️ 4. Avoid sudden moves

• No sharp turns.

• No quick acceleration or hard braking.

🧠 Bonus: How to prevent hydroplaning

• Drive slower in rain or puddles.

• Make sure your tires have good tread and are properly inflated.

• Avoid using cruise control on wet roads.

• 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!