If your vehicle skids due to ice while driving, you should:

When your vehicle begins to skid due to icy conditions, the most effective response is to turn your steering wheel in the direction of the skid. This action helps you regain control of the vehicle. Skids often occur when the rear wheels lose traction, making the back of the vehicle swing out. By steering in the direction of the skid, you align the front wheels with the rear wheels, allowing for a smoother recovery and reducing the likelihood of spinning out.

It's important to maintain a calm and steady grip on the steering wheel while gently applying the brakes if necessary. However, pressing the brakes hard can further destabilize your vehicle. Turning the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the skid or turning off the engine would not effectively address the immediate loss of control and could lead to more severe loss of traction.