 Re: Skid control
I must say I'm actually impressed by your answers. The average motorist was asked these 2 same questions and most responded as follows.
Yes I can control a car in a skid.
NO I have never had a skid in a car.
This begs the obvious question, if you've never had a skid how do you know and how can you develop the skills to stop one!
I note that most of us are actually rather cautious when it comes to admitting we can control a car in a skid. In reality if you hit ICE you have little chance even if you are a seasoned rally driver!
HDi is right - you cannot learn skid control from a text book. You need to develop a feel for the car. This is something that comes through experience and practice.
The biggest danger as SBTUK says is when it catches you by surprise.
I cannot stress or recommend enough a skid training course. As well as being great fun could easily save your life. I reckon that basic skid training should be part of the driving test.
Do you agree?
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