I have found the best remedy for unfriendly drivers is to bike more aggressively. This is non-intuitive, but works. If drivers are not politely giving you room or consideration, drive in the middle of the lane. Go slow and wave politely when they scream, honk or whatever at you. They may be dumb, but know they can't get away with "I didn't see him" when you are causing a scene.
The nuances of how to do this well depend on rules of the road for your state, but it generally works very well.
No matter what you feel, the data shows that you're estimates and approach to safety in this case are just plain wrong.
The nuances of how to do this well depend on rules of the road for your state, but it generally works very well.
No matter what you feel, the data shows that you're estimates and approach to safety in this case are just plain wrong.