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@skydancer
Good point Dancing James
People's reactions when their expectations are not met, when what they consider a norm (such as when riders don't stay near the kerb) is transgressed (http://www.lfgss.com/thread130694.html) , they go into a flight/fright mode and the red mist rises. Many regret any actions done while in this state. When you do get such a reaction from a driver and they hoot or swear, it's good accept that they are confused and not engage with them as you can't explain anything when they are in that state.
Which is why education drivers to understand what cyclists need to do to minimise risk is crucial for future road-sharing