Whether you're on a straight or curved road, you have a much higher chance of recovering from hydroplaning if you stay calm and make the right moves. At the first sign of hydroplaning, let off the throttle and attempt to steer in the direction you want to travel—doing so very gently. Abrupt, herky-jerky steering movements can induce a skid, as can slamming on the brakes. Gentle brake application while steering is fine on cars equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), which nearly all cars made in the past 20 years are equipped with. Be smooth and consistent with the brake pedal. If gentle steering inputs have no effect, don't keep adding steering angle. Wait for the front tires to bite; trust us, you'll feel it. All of this happens in seconds, so any panic maneuver could send you spinning.