Hydroplaning can lead to an instantaneous spin. What should you do if your vehicle starts moving slightly from side to side?

When a vehicle begins to hydroplane, it is essential to ease off the accelerator to regain control. Hydroplaning occurs when a layer of water builds up between the tires and the road, leading to a loss of traction. If your vehicle is moving slightly from side to side, easing off the accelerator allows the vehicle to gradually slow down, reducing the speed at which the tires are skimming over the water's surface.

Maintaining a gentle hand on the steering wheel while easing off the accelerator helps the tires to connect more effectively with the road as the speed decreases, improving traction and stability. This action encourages a controlled response to regain steering control rather than exacerbating the situation.

Other methods, such as braking hard or accelerating abruptly, can worsen loss of control by either locking the wheels or increasing the likelihood of a skid. Additionally, changing lanes quickly during hydroplaning can be unpredictable and potentially dangerous, as it can result in a complete loss of control. Thus, easing off the accelerator is the most effective and safest initial response to regain control during hydroplaning.