Tamil Nadu Accident Involving Tata Harrier EV’s Summon Mode Highlights Safety Concerns

A heartbreaking event in Tamil Nadu, documented in a widely shared video, has brought to light concerns regarding the safety of the Tata Harrier EV’s summon mode. The video suggests that a brand-new Harrier EV was either malfunctioning or operating in summon mode when it struck a pedestrian. The individual sustained severe head injuries in the incident and later died. The summon mode enables the vehicle to move without direct driver input at slower speeds. The exact cause of the event is still undetermined; whether a technical fault or user error was to blame remains unclear. The absence of an official statement from Tata, coupled with the use of semi-autonomous features in India, has prompted discussions regarding driver responsibility and the need for heightened vigilance when employing such technology.