Why do cyclists fear drivers? Because drivers seem to regard cyclists as targets, not fellow human beings. What is it about driving a car that makes a person feel "special"? They may indeed be special, but only in the "retarded" sense. How did this idiot manage to run down four people at high noon? Not enough light? Couldn't have had the sun in his/her eyes after all. Will charges be laid? Call me cynical, but I wouldn't bet on it. If there were, however, I've got the punishment (assuming conviction, of course) - the person will have to ride a bicycle from Halifax to Vancouver, following the same route these folks were. That's all. Just ride the route. See how it feels to be a target for a change.