I think it's a rather stupid attitude to assume that you'll inevitably be hit by a car while cycling. I've been cycling more than 40 years and I've never been hit. Since the year 2000, I've cycling 97,000+ plus miles -- mostly on the road -- without getting hit.

That said, I am not surprised that some cyclists do get hit by cars. Many cyclists use no common sense and flaunt traffic laws. I see cyclists very often riding in the dark or low-light conditions wearing dark clothing and no lights (or just a dim blinkie). Many cyclists wear jerseys/jackets that blend right into the road, apparently thinking it nerdy to wear bright clothes. Many cyclists run red lights, go the wrong way on one-way streets, and ride as if they think they have a protective shield around them.

While commuting, I usually wear jerseys/jackets/vests that are high-viz yellow. I always ride with my headlights and taillights on in traffic. For recreational rides, I have a collection of brightly colored jerseys. Given my track record, I am inclined to believe that my visibility has made a difference. I also ride very defensively, always assuming that drivers don't see me, which has prevented accidents on a number of occasions.