Cars are well hard. Don't try to punch them.

ssk I got doored by a van in moving traffic a couple weeks ago. Nasty bruises and ugly road burn, but not bad considering and no real bike damage, just a smashed phone. I was expecting him to be a prime A-hole and was about to hurl abuse at him, but he was so shaken up and apologetic that I couldn't bring myself to do it. He gave me a ride home and me 100quid (far more than it was worth) for a new phone, and made sure I had his home address/mobile and license.

I was completely shocked that he was so sincerely apologetic and helpful... especially for a guy in a white van ; )

I suppose being a girl doesn't hurt in these situations.

yeah im sure if it was a man, he would of probably hit them with the door again........maybe he wanted more for his money!!!