The simple autobiographical account gives a voice and face to the swarms of anonymous gig workers who weave through China's bustling cities day and night to deliver online orders, which account for a third of retail sales. But as a delivery driver, Hu said he "always believed (he) was trash". The voices of delivery drivers are rare in China, where the state strictly controls worker representation and public expression. Faced with growing social awareness, authorities have introduced measures in recent years to improve the lives of delivery drivers. He wants to believe that, at the very least, "customers now say thank you more" to delivery drivers.

Source: The Star January 09, 2026 03:55 UTC