Pesky problem: No engine noise on Nexon EV to scare the stray dogs away

I see front sensors or camera installation as my only choice to ensure there is nothing in front.

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I plan to get front sensors for my Nexon Max EV to avoid a pesky problem with stray dogs. Those damn fools do not move out even when the car is close to them because of the lack of engine noise and I do not have a way to know whether they have moved out without asking a bystander or getting out of the car. In other words, they start behaving like our favorite Mahishashura but the latter at least is visible from the driver's seat.

I am planning to get it done through the Tata service centre and they are saying they can do it but so far they have only done this for Nexon Petrols. Since this involves wiring from the junction box, I am apprehensive if they may point this out to avoid warranty claims in future. The person there said they have emails from Tata saying it is okay, but I am unsure.

Any suggestions?

Here's what GTO had to say on the matter:

Only from the dealer and ideally, if it's part of the official accessory list.

Also, check if they have a front camera as that might solve your problem better.

You must check out these emails, even if it is on your computer. Do come back and update.

Tread carefully because it's an EV.

Here's what BHPian condor had to say on the matter:

Have you thought of just honking at them at that point? Dogs are not as bad as pigeons picking grain on the road, even as a vehicle approaches them. I have even run over one :(

Suggest just using the horn. A few times of doing that, then they will get used to a car coming up silently at them.

Here's what BHPian Kosfactor had to say on the matter:

Use a camera instead, please.

A mod like that, these days small screen and camera bundles are available for cheap prices. You could perhaps explore powering this using the 12V socket too if worried about the warranty.

Some animals simply refuse to move from the way, it's only when you are very close to them, an inch away that they reluctantly move. It's like they have claimed that piece of road.

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