Tesla Addresses Battery Drain Issue with “Actually Smart Summon” Feature
Tesla has made a significant adjustment to its “Actually Smart Summon” (ASS) feature in response to a common complaint from owners regarding battery drain. This adjustment aims to improve the overall user experience and address concerns related to the usage of certain features that contribute to battery depletion while the vehicle is parked.
One of the standout features of Tesla vehicles is their advanced technological capabilities, with features like Sentry Mode, Cabin Overheat Protection, and ASS’s “Summon Standby” feature setting them apart from other models in the market. These features ensure that the car is always ready to respond to various situations and provide added convenience to owners.
However, the activation of these features can lead to battery drain, with some owners reporting up to five percent loss in battery percentage due to the use of certain functionalities. This can be a significant issue for those who do not have access to home charging facilities.
Tesla has been proactive in addressing battery drain concerns associated with its features, such as Sentry Mode, which received an update last year to minimize battery loss when the security feature is activated. The introduction of “Low Power Mode” is another example of Tesla’s efforts to mitigate battery drain by automatically deactivating certain features when the battery falls below 20 percent.
One feature connected to ASS, known as “Summon Standby,” allows quick connectivity to the vehicle for summoning purposes. However, keeping this feature activated can lead to battery drain, prompting some owners to manually deactivate it through the settings menu inside the vehicle to save battery life.
Recognizing the impact of Summon Standby on battery usage, Tesla has implemented two conditions to automatically deactivate the feature:
1. Overnight Deactivation
Summon Standby will be deactivated from midnight to 6 a.m. every night, based on data-driven insights indicating the feature’s least-used hours. This automatic pause cannot be disabled by users.
2. Extended Parking Deactivation
If the vehicle is parked for over 24 hours, Summon Standby will also be deactivated automatically. This feature is designed to conserve battery life for owners who are away on vacation or have their vehicles parked for an extended period.
These adjustments to Summon Standby settings demonstrate Tesla’s commitment to enhancing the user experience and addressing concerns related to battery drain. By implementing these automatic deactivation conditions, Tesla aims to provide a more efficient and optimized usage of its smart summon feature while ensuring minimal impact on battery life.