What Causes Car Tires to Skid?

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Car tires skid because the friction between the wheels and the ground decreases, and the engine's braking torque can only reach the tires but cannot act on the ground, causing the wheels to skid. How to Handle Rear-Wheel Drive Cars: If it's a rear-wheel drive car, release the accelerator pedal and avoid pressing the brake or clutch pedal. Turn the steering wheel to straighten the front wheels, aligning them with the direction of the car body, but avoid oversteering to prevent the rear wheels from skidding. Once the front wheels regain traction, gently press the accelerator and steer back to the correct direction. How to Handle Front-Wheel Drive Cars: Gradually ease off the accelerator pedal without releasing it completely, allowing the car to continue moving. Continue gently turning the steering wheel to align with the correct driving direction, but avoid turning too sharply or excessively. Once the car's direction is corrected, straighten the steering wheel and then gradually accelerate.