Taxi Driver Slows Down To Teach Passengers A Lesson

Holifil

02 Apr, 2025

A taxi driver gets creative after a disagreement with passengers and slows things way down
Seems the customers didn’t approve of his driving style, so he decided to show them what slow really means
Internet users couldn’t help but laugh at the clever retaliation captured in a viral TikTok video

A taxi driver teaches his passengers a lesson by driving at a snail's pace. Images: @BFG Images, @Lighthouse Films Source: Getty Images

You’ve got to hand it to this guy—he’s got a sense of humor. After a heated exchange with his passengers, a taxi driver decided to serve up some slow justice by cruising along at a speed that even a tortoise might find sluggish.

In a TikTok video posted by @sontoyinyembezi, we see a taxi filled with passengers moving so slow, it’s practically crawling. The passengers can be heard apologizing profusely to the driver. While the exact details of the disagreement remain a mystery, it’s safe to assume the customers had something less-than-flattering to say about the man’s driving prowess—or lack thereof.

This isn’t the first time a driver has used this particular method to teach passengers a lesson. When you’ve got a car full of critics, sometimes the best response is to hit the brakes and let them stew in their own frustration. And let’s be honest, it’s kind of genius.

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When a Lesson Goes Viral

Check out the TikTok video below to witness the slow-motion showdown unfold. It’s like watching a marathon where everyone’s jogging in place.

Internet Reacts with Roars of Laughter

The video quickly racked up over 70,000 views, sparking a wave of hilarity across social media. Netizens couldn’t resist chiming in with their own takes on the situation. Here’s what some of them had to say:

@Bee M 🧡💜 quipped:

"Is the taxi taking baby steps? This has to be one of the most passive-aggressive moves I've ever seen!"

@mremza stanned and added:

"Good one, driver! I’d do the same. People talk too much, and time is money. 😂😂😂😂😂"

@Pumpkin laughed out loud:

"Slow motion, anyone? This is pure comedy gold!"

@thobekilengubeni couldn’t stop laughing:

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"Unbothered speed. This guy is a legend! 😭😭😭"

@uchopho lwebhilidi expressed:

"Slowly but surely. Classic move by the driver!"

@IAMbiggy joked:

"I thought y’all were heading to a funeral. 🤣🤣🤣🤣"

@Duduzile Mphosiso commented:

"Ya'll are literally cruising. This is the definition of unbothered energy! 😭😂😂😂"

@Sphelele Zwane shared:

"😭😂 Taxi drivers are truly unmatched in their antics. 😣🤣"

@lilyM said:

"You sure my mom wasn’t in that taxi? If she was, they’re definitely doing her dirty! 🤣🤣🤣🤣hay banisebenzj reg. (Are you sure my mother wasn't in that taxi and she was the one who spoke?)"

A British Visitor Gets a Lesson in Cape Town Taxis

In a separate story, Briefly News reported on a British visitor who got a little confused about how Cape Town taxis operate. A man visiting from the UK was left bewildered when he noticed taxi drivers calling out to potential passengers. Unfamiliar with the local customs, he initially thought they were catcalling women for fun. He recorded his experience in a TikTok video, much to the amusement of viewers worldwide.

Turns out, South African taxis have a unique way of attracting customers, and it’s not always immediately clear to first-time visitors. But hey, it makes for great entertainment—and maybe even a few laughs along the way.