Tesla vehicles get better over time thanks to updates that introduce new features and improve existing ones. Yet, some buyers in various regions have to wait longer to access these features. A recent example is the Actually Smart Summon, which took a while to reach customers in Europe and the Middle East. According to a post on X (previously Twitter) from one of Tesla's official accounts, the feature has finally launched in those regions.
Feature Launch in the U.S.
The feature was made available in the United States back in September. It allows Tesla owners to summon their car from its parked spot to their current location using the Tesla app, as long as the vehicle is not too far away. For instance, this could be handy for retrieving your Tesla from a store’s entrance, saving you the hassle of carrying your shopping all the way back to the parking lot.
Limitations in Europe and the Middle East
However, there is a notable restriction with the version released in Europe and the Middle East. While the US version functions within a range of approximately 213 ft (65 m), drivers in these regions must stay within 19.7 ft (6 m) of their car, turning the feature into more of a gimmick than a useful tool.
This limitation arises from the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe’s (UNECE) regulations, which require drivers to be 20 ft (~6 m) or closer to their vehicles when operating them autonomously. The specific regulation is UNECE Regulation No. 79 Revision 5, which pertains to advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and automated driving systems (ADS).
Future Prospects
On the bright side, this rollout is seen as a step toward the launch of FSD (Supervised) in Europe, China, and other regions. In the U.S., Tesla debuted Actually Smart Summon alongside an update to FSD (Supervised); this could suggest that the highly awaited ADAS will soon be available outside of North America.
Drivers in Europe might voice their frustration over receiving a limited version of the feature, but it seems even more challenging for Canadians, who still don't have access to Actually Smart Summon. Typically, Canada follows closely behind the U.S. in getting new Tesla features, so this delay is unexpected.
Tesla Europe & Middle East shared this update on X (formerly Twitter).
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