Fatal Incident Involving Tata Harrier EV’s Summon Mode in Tamil Nadu: Questions Arise

A tragic incident in Tamil Nadu, captured in a viral video, has brought attention to the Tata Harrier EV’s summon mode. The video depicts a brand-new Harrier EV allegedly malfunctioning or operating under summon mode, resulting in a pedestrian being run over as they attempted to enter the vehicle. The victim sustained a severe head injury and subsequently died. The summon mode is a feature allowing the car to move autonomously at low speeds without direct driver input. The circumstances surrounding the accident remain unclear, with investigations ongoing to determine whether a technical fault or user error caused the incident. The lack of an official statement from Tata and the inherent risks associated with semi-autonomous features in Indian conditions have sparked considerable online discussion and debate.