What is the recommended action if a rear wheel lock up occurs?

When experiencing a rear wheel lock-up, the recommended action is to let off the brakes and steer into the skid. This approach allows the driver to regain control of the vehicle. When the rear wheels lock up, it can cause the vehicle to skid or spin, which is often referred to as oversteering. By releasing the brakes, the tires can start to regain traction, and steering into the skid helps to align the vehicle back in the direction of travel. This technique is crucial in maintaining control and preventing a more severe loss of control.

The other actions may hinder control or exacerbate the dangerous situation: applying maximum throttle can worsen the spin, turning the steering wheel away from the skid may increase the loss of control, and braking harder could cause further lock-up and loss of traction.