Summon Mode Controversy: Driver Dies After Incident Involving Tata Harrier EV in Tamil Nadu

A recent event in Tamil Nadu has brought attention to the Tata Harrier EV and its summon mode feature following a fatal accident. The video footage appears to show the electric vehicle either malfunctioning or operating in summon mode when it struck an individual attempting to board the car. The person suffered critical head injuries and later died. The summon mode permits the car to move autonomously at reduced speeds without direct driver intervention. The details of the accident remain unclear; authorities are working to determine the exact cause, whether a technical failure or driver-related issue. Tata has not yet released a statement. The Harrier EV includes advanced technology, such as summon, which is meant to assist drivers. Analysis of CCTV footage reveals that the car’s hazard lights were blinking just before the movement began, which suggests summon mode was engaged. This incident has sparked concerns regarding the use of semi-autonomous features in Indian driving environments.