Which sequence describes proper spin recovery in a race car?

• A. Slam on the brakes and steer away
• B. Look where you want the car to go, release some brake to allow tires to grip, steer toward the intended line
• C. Move toward the inside while braking hard
• D. Lifting throttle while turning opposite lock

Answer: (B)

Spin recovery hinges on getting oriented toward the exit and reestablishing traction. The most effective approach is to look where you want the car to go, ease off any braking to allow the tires to grip again, and steer toward the intended line. Your eyes guide your hands, so aiming at the exit helps you smoothly thread the car back onto the desired path and reduce the yaw that keeps you rotating. Releasing brake pressure prevents tire lock and lets the tires regain traction so your steering has a predictable effect.

Slamming the brakes while steering away tends to lock tires or intensify the spin, making recovery harder. Moving toward the inside while braking hard can drive the car deeper into the corner or worsen the imbalance. Lifting throttle while turning opposite lock is a drift-style technique that isn’t the controlled, target-oriented recovery described here.