Motorist's perception of cyclists and cycling.
As an ex motorcar test driver and employee in the motor industry for 35 years.
"A f*cking nuisance when we're trying to get out of the gate". Land Rover employee, Solihull.
"A bicycle is a weekend toy. Not a way of getting to work". Engineer at Lucas Diesel Systems, Greenville, South Carolina.
"I would remove "Cycling" off your list of personal interests. You won't get a job in the motor industry if you say you're a cyclist". Recruitment agency representative, Central Birmingham.
"Don't come to head office in your cycling clothes. It gives a bad impression of our business". Managing Director SAGEM Automotive Electronics UK, Birmingham.
"I would advise you to stop cycling to work. If you are killed, we would be without an emissions engineer for several months". Human Resourses Manageress, SAGEM Automotive Electronics UK, Birmingham.
"Ever thought about going along the canal towpath? You wouldn't be on the road there". An unknown motorist waiting at traffic lights on Digbeth High St. Birmingham.
And finally,
"Do you always wear lycra shorts that tight?". Julie in finance, SAGEM Automotive Electronics UK, Birmingham