When towing a vehicle, if your truck begins to hydroplane, what is the recommended action?

Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle's tires lose contact with the road surface, usually due to a layer of water creating a barrier between the tires and the pavement. In this situation, the best action to take is to reduce speed and regain traction. Taking your foot off the accelerator allows the vehicle to decelerate naturally, which helps the tires re-establish contact with the road surface, ultimately restoring control.

Maintaining or increasing speed during hydroplaning would exacerbate the situation, as it allows the vehicle to remain on the water surface rather than making contact with the ground. Conversely, braking suddenly can lead to loss of control, as it may shift the weight of the vehicle and increase the likelihood of skidding. Therefore, the recommended response to hydroplaning is to ease off the accelerator to safely regain control of the truck and the towed vehicle.