If you experience a rear-wheel over acceleration skid, what action should you take?

In the event of a rear-wheel over-acceleration skid, the most effective action is to release the accelerator and depress the clutch. By doing so, you reduce the power being delivered to the wheels, which helps to alleviate the skid. This action decreases the wheel spin and allows the tires to regain traction on the road surface.

When you release the accelerator, the vehicle reduces its speed, and the clutch disengages the engine from the drivetrain, allowing the wheels to accelerate and regain grip more easily. This response is crucial because it addresses the core problem: too much power is being sent to the rear wheels, causing them to lose traction.

Other methods, such as turning the steering wheel or applying brakes firmly, may not directly address the skid caused by over-acceleration. In fact, turning the steering wheel without reducing the power may worsen the skid, as it can lead to loss of control. Similarly, applying brakes firmly can lock the tires and exacerbate the skid.