The Mahindra Thar, a popular SUV in India, has developed a reputation for being associated with reckless and aggressive driving, leading to public safety concerns. Social media is filled with videos of Thar drivers engaging in dangerous stunts, including driving the wrong way, chasing pedestrians, and causing accidents. This behavior has drawn criticism from authorities in states like Goa and Haryana, with one top police officer stating that the vehicle is "preferred by thugs." The negative image has angered responsible Thar owners, some of whom have taken legal action against such generalizations.