Tesla has announced the release of its “Actually Smart Summon” feature in Europe and the Middle East, marking a significant step in its software rollout. However, due to regulatory constraints, the feature operates with reduced functionality compared to its U.S. counterpart, raising questions about its practical utility in these regions.
The “Actually Smart Summon” feature, initially launched in the U.S. in September, allows Tesla owners to remotely command their vehicle to leave a parking spot and navigate to their current location using the Tesla app. While U.S. users enjoy a range of approximately 213 feet (65 meters), the feature in Europe and the Middle East is limited to a 19.7-foot (6-meter) range.
Actually Smart Summon rolling out now in Europe & the Middle East
— Tesla Europe & Middle East (@teslaeurope) November 21, 2024
This restriction complies with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Regulation No. 79 Revision 5, which governs advanced driver-assistance and autonomous driving systems, requiring drivers to remain within close proximity to the vehicle during operation.
The rollout comes amid broader expectations for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised system to make its debut outside North America. In the U.S., the release of “Actually Smart Summon” coincided with updates to the FSD system, sparking speculation that its arrival in Europe and other regions may be imminent. Tesla has yet to confirm specific timelines for FSD in these markets.
Despite the feature’s limitations, its introduction is seen as a positive step toward bringing Tesla’s advanced driver-assistance technologies to international markets. However, some users have expressed frustration over receiving a scaled-down version of the feature. Meanwhile, Tesla owners in Canada are still awaiting access to “Actually Smart Summon,” highlighting disparities in the global rollout of Tesla’s software advancements.
