Working as an e-hailing driver often means long, tiring hours on the road just to earn enough for the day. Many start before sunrise and only stop when the city quiets down at night. One driver, who had travelled all the way from Puncak Alam to Kuala Lumpur for work, was in the midst of another long day when an unexpected act of kindness changed his evening plans.

Terima kasih orang baik. Yang pernah bawak grab kalau dapat customer macamni dia punya syukur tu tuhan je tahu pic.twitter.com/0f24MYgqPV

— kamaghul deghaman (@kamaghul) May 16, 2025

After hearing the driver's story and realising how far he had come from his home near Kuala Selangor, a compassionate passenger decided to step in. He handed the driver some extra money, not for an extended ride, but to allow him a chance to take a break from work.

"I have a request for you, brother," the passenger said. "I want you to go home now. You can stop your trips for the day. Take this money and spend time with your kids. Today, go home and be with your wife and children. You don't have to work anymore today."

The gesture, captured in a video that has since been widely shared online, struck a chord with many viewers. Fellow e-hailing drivers and passengers alike took to the comments section to express their appreciation for the thoughtful act, with some sharing their own experiences of long working hours and sacrifices made for their families.

Moments like these serve as powerful reminders that even a small act of kindness can have a big impact, especially for those who spend their days helping others reach their destinations.