American EV Giant Prepares for FSD Launch in 2025
Tesla Inc has introduced its advanced “Actually Smart Summon” feature in China, marking a significant milestone in the company’s autonomous driving ambitions. This feature is an upgrade to the existing Summon functionality and will be rolled out to eligible Tesla vehicles in China through over-the-air updates.
Key Features of Actually Smart Summon
- Users can summon their Tesla cars to a nearby location and dismiss them once they’re done using the Tesla app in familiar and predictable areas such as private driveways and parking lots.
- The vehicle must be in the driver’s line of sight at all times while using the feature.
Eligibility and Availability
The Actually Smart Summon feature will be available to users who have signed up for the company’s Enhanced Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) features.
FSD Launch in China and Europe Planned for 2025
Tesla has announced plans to roll out its FSD driver assistance software in Europe and China in the first quarter of 2025, pending regulatory approval. This marks a significant expansion of the company’s autonomous driving capabilities beyond the US market.
Future of FSD
While FSD currently requires active driver supervision, Tesla is optimistic that future versions of the software will enable vehicle autonomy.
Tesla’s Commitment to Autonomy
The introduction of Actually Smart Summon in China demonstrates Tesla’s commitment to advancing autonomous driving capabilities and enhancing the user experience for its customers. As the company prepares for the launch of FSD in new markets, it’s clear that Tesla is driving innovation in the electric vehicle industry.