Winter and emergenciesQuestion 309 of 345

A skid goes too far and the vehicle starts to spin. What can you do if you have time?

  1. Shift to neutral and lock all four wheels
  2. Use the parking brake only
  3. Accelerate out of the spin
  4. Turn the wheel quickly both ways
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Correct answer: Shift to neutral and lock all four wheels

The vehicle then spins in a straight line and often stays on the road.

Source: Saskatchewan Driver's Handbook (SGI, 2026-27), 6.10 Emergency driving, page 153

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026