If your vehicle begins to hydroplane, what should you do?

When a vehicle begins to hydroplane, it loses contact with the road due to a layer of water between the tires and the surface. The appropriate response in this situation is to keep the steering wheel straight. This action helps maintain control of the vehicle as you ride out the hydroplaning. Steering straight allows the tires to regain traction when they come back in contact with the surface.

If the steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly, it can cause the vehicle to spin out of control, worsening the situation. Accelerating is also counterproductive because it can increase the speed at which the vehicle hydroplanes, leading to a loss of control. Therefore, staying calm and keeping the steering wheel straight is essential for regaining traction safely.