Not all heroes wear capes—some are behind the wheel, navigating our busy streets and making sure we get home safe. This National Heroes’ Day, ride-hailing platform inDrive honors its partner drivers whose quiet acts of service show that everyday heroism can be found in the most unexpected places.
From braving floodwaters to returning lost valuables and balancing family duties with long hours on the road, these drivers prove that courage, compassion, and commitment shine brightest when shared with others.
Jason Pamilar: Braving the Storm
When Typhoon Crising left roads submerged, inDrive partner driver Jason Pamilar spent nine grueling hours ensuring his passenger made it home safely. At one point, he even left the vehicle to wade through the flood just to buy food for them both.
“Ginawa ko yun kasi bilang isang driver, responsibilidad ko na ang passenger na nakasakay sa kotse. Basta kaya ko, ihahatid ko,” Jason shared.
His selflessness went viral, earning the admiration of thousands online. But for him, it wasn’t about recognition—it was simply about doing what’s right.
Rolando Perea: Honesty on the Road
Another driver, Rolando Perea, showed integrity when he discovered a passenger’s laptop left in his car. Without hesitation, he reached out and returned it.
“Hindi madali maging ride-hailing driver… Ang mahalaga ay may respeto tayo sa kapwa, maging matiyaga, masipag at magdasal para maging ligtas palagi ang byahe,” Rolando said.
His positive outlook keeps him grounded despite the daily challenges on the road.
Mark Allan Casulla: A Father First
For Mark Allan Casulla, heroism means showing up for his family. While providing for his children as the family’s breadwinner, he also makes time to drop them off at school and pick them up after.
“Napakagandang opportunity bilang TNVS driver na madali kong makakasama ang pamilya ko habang kumakayod,” Mark shared.
His dedication has also earned him recognition as one of inDrive’s top drivers for Q2 2025—a proud moment he celebrated with his son cheering him on at the awards ceremony.
Honoring Heroes Behind the Wheel
This year, inDrive introduced the People’s Driver Award in the Philippines, which was given to Jason. Rolando also received recognition as one of the top drivers, while Mark was celebrated for his stellar performance and inspiring balance of work and family life.
“Many of our partner drivers go beyond providing rides. They show up with integrity, empathy, and grit,” said Vanessa Taqueban, inDrive Philippines’ Driver Operations Lead. “On National Heroes’ Day, we honor our heroes behind the wheel and their commitment to driving all of us safely.”
Through stories like Jason’s, Rolando’s, and Mark’s, inDrive continues to highlight how ordinary drivers become extraordinary community heroes—one ride at a time.
For more inspiring stories about inDrive’s road heroes, visit www.inDrive.com.