What action is recommended when a vehicle is understeering?

When a vehicle is understeering, the recommended action is to release the brake and steer toward the desired direction. Understeering occurs when the front tires of the vehicle lose grip, causing the car to continue forward rather than turning as intended. By releasing the brake, you allow the wheels to regain traction, which helps restore control.

Steering toward the desired direction helps to realign the vehicle's path. Instead of forcing the car into the turn—something that could worsen the loss of traction—by guiding it in the direction you want to go, you are more likely to regain control and navigate the turn safely. This technique is essential to correct understeer effectively and prevent losing further control of the vehicle.

The other options might sound reasonable at first, but they could exacerbate the situation. For example, accelerating to regain control could worsen understeer, as it increases the speed without addressing the loss of front traction. Steering harder to one side may also result in further loss of control, while shifting into a lower gear can cause the vehicle to lose stability.