A pair of drivers were caught on camera hugging it out instead of fighting after one rear-ended the other.
CCTV footage shows one car crashing into the back of another, sending it jolting to a halt.
The two men could be seen climbing out of their vehicles and greeting each other with a handshake.
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After chatting for a few seconds, they broke into a lengthy bear hug, complete with back pats, in the middle of the road.
The heartwarming encounter was recorded on 23 June, but the footage was only recently published in local media.
The crash happened when businessman Paulo Amaral slowed down to make a turn on a busy avenue in Camboriú, Brazil.
Eduardo Santos, who was driving behind him, became distracted and was unable to brake in time, causing a minor collision.
After checking that his daughter, who was sitting in the back seat, was unharmed, Paulo, 37, got out to speak to the other motorist.
As he approached, he noticed Eduardo, 34, did not seem well and asked if he wanted a hug.
Eduardo, a local tax inspector and pastor, accepted.
He revealed he was still grieving the death of his father while also facing financial difficulties and other challenges.
Eduardo told local media: “I felt really good. I felt a huge sense of comfort, like I was truly being embraced and supported.
“It was a moment that, as he said, was prepared by God.
“Sometimes we go through complicated, difficult situations, and God prepares a moment for us.”
The two men remained locked in the 32-second embrace before Paulo asked if he could say a prayer, which Eduardo accepted.
The vehicle repairs were later covered by insurance, as reported by Need To Know.
Local builder Silvio was watching the CCTV stream when the crash happened and assumed the drivers would end up fighting.
He told local media: “I thought they were going to get out and start arguing, like many people do.
“But they didn’t. It was different – the complete opposite. And that’s how it should be. There needs to be more friendliness on the roads.”
Days after the incident, Paulo and Eduardo met again. The two men have since become friends.
Paulo told local media: “A great friendship has been born. And I have faith that this seed will grow. It will grow into a very beautiful tree.”
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