Who is "The motorist"?

It seems that any suggestion to reduce traffic congestion or car use now draws a customary response from one of the motoring organisations. News stories on television or radio usually turn to a talking head from either the AA, RAC, or one of the new organisations "defending" the rights of "the motorist". Who told them that they represent all motorists? I have a breakdown contract with one of the big two but I certainly neither want nor expect them to speak for me on matters of policy. These spokesmen (for generally they seem to be men) always add something along the lines of "Yes we need to adress these important issues" but it always appears to have a subtext of "But we will never support anything that is done to address these important issues."

It is lazy journalism that allows this imbalanced approach and gives airtime to these people. Please note all you defenders of "The Motorist" - you don't represent me and please stop pretending that you do.