New AC1800 and AC2800 allow cable operators to renew 1.2 GHz amplifier sites today while keeping the option to move to 1.8 GHz later-without rework.

TURKU, Finland, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Teleste today announced the launch of AC1800 and AC2800, two compact 1.8 GHz broadband amplifiers designed for European cable operators renewing their active networks for higher capacity and superior service quality.

Across Europe, network evolution is already happening before full frequency migration. 1.8 GHz RF passives are being deployed not only in 1.8 GHz networks, but also in networks that still operate at 1.2 GHz. AC1800 and AC2800 bring the same logic to the active plant: operators can renew amplifier locations for today’s 1.2 GHz requirements while installing 1.8 GHz downstream capability from day one.

For operators with a clear 1.8 GHz roadmap, the new AC Series is a visible upgrade. For operators still deciding when – or even whether – to make the next frequency step, it is a stealthgrade: ordinary amplifier renewal that quietly puts the next spectrum option in place.

“The question is no longer whether the next amplifier should be 1.2 GHz or 1.8 GHz,” said Mika Kavanti, Head of Sales at Teleste Networks in Europe. “When a 1.8 GHz amplifier is also an excellent choice for demanding 1.2 GHz networks, the decision becomes much simpler: renew once, keep both options open.”

Designed for European street cabinets, AC1800 and AC2800 combine high RF performance, compact mechanics, controlled power consumption and rugged outdoor reliability. They bring 1.8 GHz capability into the space, power, and thermal conditions that operators already manage every day.

The amplifiers also include smart functions as standard. Automatic control features are built into the product, while an optional transponder can be added when remote communication and network management access are required.

Early customer engagement indicate strong interest in the new AC Series, with first customer deployments planned for 2026.

At ANGA COM in Cologne, visitors can explore Teleste’s new 1.8 GHz-ready amplifiers alongside its 1.8 GHz passive portfolio at Teleste stand C12, Hall 8.

About Teleste

Teleste Oyj (HEL: TLT1V) offers an integrated portfolio of products and services that helps build and run a better-networked society. Our solutions deliver broadband and television services, enhance safety in public places, and support the use of public transport. With solid industry expertise and a strong drive for innovation, we are a leading international company in broadband, security and information technologies and related services. We connect with our customers through a global network of offices and partners. Teleste is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

For more information, please visit www.teleste.com 

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The FIA has announced 11 professional racing drivers as ambassadors for the 2026 season of the FIA Smart Driving Challenge (FIA SDC)Through the FIA SDC app, the ambassadors will lead global teams, helping drivers improve safety and sustainability on the road while competing to be named the World’s Smartest DriverPowered by Greater Than’s AI technology, drivers worldwide can compete individually and as part of a team led by one of the world’s top racing drivers

STOCKHOLM, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Greater Than’s partner, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organizations worldwide, today announced 11 professional drivers from the world of motor sport as ambassadors for the 2026 season of the FIA Smart Driving Challenge (FIA SDC). 

Hailing from across the world of motor sport including four of the FIA’s World Championships, the drivers include:

Yifei Ye, FIA World Endurance ChampionshipEdoardo Mortara, ABB FIA Formula E World ChampionshipYohan Rossel, FIA World Rally ChampionshipTaylor Gill, FIA World Rally ChampionshipRomet Jürgenson, FIA World Rally ChampionshipHana Burton, Racing Driver and Content CreatorAliyyah Koloc, FIA World Rally-Raid ChampionshipKelvin van der Linde, DTM, GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS, Intercontinental GT ChallengeMalthe Jakobsen, FIA World Endurance ChampionshipKajetan Kajetanowicz, FIA World Rally ChampionshipTymek Kucharczyk, INDY NXT by Firestone

Sharing their expertise from the pinnacle of motor sport, the ambassadors will lead teams of everyday drivers participating in the challenge through the FIA SDC app, and their social platforms, to inspire their team to climb the global leaderboard.

Now in its eighth year, the FIA SDC is a challenge that rewards smart, safe and eco-friendly driving, with everyday drivers from around the world competing to help make roads safer and reduce environmental impact. Led by the FIA and powered by Greater Than’s AI technology, drivers simply download the FIA SDC app and connect to their car via Bluetooth, and the app does the rest, measuring safety and sustainability performance and providing drivers with scores and feedback to support lasting behavior change.

Participants can now join their chosen ambassador’s team in the FIA SDC app, gaining access to exclusive content and insights from their driver of choice, as well as key stats on their individual and team performance.

“The FIA Smart Driving Challenge is unique in uniting everyday drivers with leading figures from the world of motor sport to help deliver safer, more sustainable mobility worldwide,” said Willem Groenewald, FIA Secretary General for Automobile Mobility, Sustainability and Tourism. “By combining the latest AI technology with the expertise of elite drivers, this challenge is empowering individuals to turn small changes behind the wheel into a big difference on the road.”

“It’s fantastic to see the continued momentum behind the FIA Smart Driving Challenge,” said Johanna Forseke, CEO at Greater Than. “The impressive results we see year-on-year are proof that the initiative resonates with the everyday driver. With a new ambassador line-up adding fresh energy to the challenge, it is well positioned to engage more drivers and have an even bigger impact globally.”

Last season, drivers from 97 countries took part in the FIA SDC, with an average reduction in battery usage or CO2 emissions of 9%, increasing to almost 30% for the winning driver. Throughout the season, participants also drove with a 37.5% lower risk level than the average driver.*

Running until December 2026, the FIA SDC features seven heats. The top 20 drivers qualify for the Playoffs, competing for two places in the live head-to-head Grande Finale in December. The winner will be crowned the World’s Smartest Driver.

*The climate impact and risk reduction is calculated based on Greater Than’s AI technology. The data of each trip is analyzed and transformed into a unique pattern profile which is then compared to a database of over 7 billion profiles to evaluate performance against the average driver.

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SHANGHAI, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — “The epicenter of change in the automotive industry is shifting to China!” Recently, Jozef Kaban, Global Design Vice President of the Design Center at SAIC Motor R&D Innovation Headquarters, made a pivotal statement in an exclusive interview on CGTN’s The Point with Liu Xin. He highlighted that the global automotive design landscape has entered a new era of transformation, and strongly affirmed that the Roewe JiaYue lineup has become the industry benchmark for China’s AI-driven automotive design.

The Roewe JiaYue sequence is the world’s first AI-native vehicle series co-created by Roewe and Volcano Engine. As the opening model of this sequence, the JiaYue 07 Concept is equipped with the Doubao Large Model 2.0 and the industry-first CPP AI-native technical architecture. Designed under the leadership of Jozef Kaban, it adopts the “Uplift Aesthetics” design philosophy, aligning perfectly with the expectations of family users. Boasting cutting-edge AI technology and original design aesthetics, the JiaYue 07 Concept stands as a trailblazing global achievement in the AI era, truly embodying the rise of China’s AI-powered automotive industry!

A Global Design Maestro Joins SAIC, Ushering in a New Era of Forward-Thinking Design in the AI Era

Dr. Jozef Kaban holds a doctorate in Transportation Design from the Royal College of Art in London. He is not only the designer behind the Bugatti Veyron supercar but has also served as Design Director for premium brands including BMW and Rolls-Royce, earning him the reputation as “Automotive Design Genius of the 21st Century.” Joining SAIC Motor in 2024, the Roewe JiaYue 07 Concept marks his latest masterpiece.

When asked about his reason for joining SAIC, he stated: “SAIC is truly an ideal platform for creative expression. Its scale, capabilities, and overall mindset are perfectly aligned.” SAIC’s open global design platform, deep expertise in the family vehicle market, and the Roewe JiaYue AI-native vehicle sequence developed in partnership with Volcano Engine have empowered him to help define the next generation of global automotive design rules.

Reshaping Global Aesthetic Influence: Automotive Design Looks Increasingly to China in the AI Era

Talking about future industry trends, Jozef Kaban pointed out: “The automotive industry is undergoing tremendous transformation, and the epicenter of this evolution is increasingly shifting toward China.” In his view, his choice of China stems from the country’s inclusiveness toward creativity, cultural openness, and efficient execution and responsiveness. China Speed and the inclusive, open Chinese culture have provided solid support and ample room for growth for automotive design.

Looking back on his original aspiration in design and his decision to take root in China, Kaban said: “My life has always been built on constant change. I have chased one dream all my life — to keep striving for excellence. It is not only about creating products, but also enriching life experiences and turning them into joy to share with others. Therefore, my move to China may seem a big leap, but it is actually a natural choice.” Upholding such original aspiration, the international design maestro regards China as an important milestone in his design career. His design dream takes root and thrives anew in China. Meanwhile, the Roewe JiaYue 07 Concept is hailed as Kaban’s “second entrepreneurial venture.”

Helming the design of the JiaYue 07 Concept, Setting a Benchmark for AI-native Design

As an AI-native automotive design work led by Jozef Kaban, the JiaYue 07 Concept stands as the core focus of this exclusive interview. Talking about the design philosophy, Kaban stated: “We are in a transitional era of new energy and AI technology development. People embrace innovative technologies with growing confidence and an open mind. Against this backdrop, we embraced change proactively and created the poised and uplifting JiaYue 07 Concept for family users. It delivers a strong sense of space and proportion, while embodying protection for family travel, fully meeting Chinese families’ expectations for future mobility.”

In the AI era, Roewe has partnered with Volcano Engine to develop CPP, the industry’s first AI-native technical architecture, and launched the world’s first AI-native vehicle series — JiaYue, leading a new track of intelligent vehicles. The JiaYue 07 Concept embodies international design maestro Jozef Kaban’s years of design experience and Roewe’s two-decade heritage in family vehicles. Breaking away from homogenized aesthetics, it adopts a stately, commanding posture to deliver a sense of safety and dignity. It redefines a superior vehicle in the AI era from three dimensions: appealing appearance, easy drivability and practical usability, truly living up to its positioning — Born of AI, For Family Journeys.

This authoritative exclusive interview with CGTN has highlighted the benchmark status of Roewe JiaYue in China’s AI automotive design sector, and reflected the industry trend that the world looks to China for automotive design in the AI era. Going forward, under the leadership of Jozef Kaban and his team, Roewe JiaYue will solidify its position as the benchmark of China’s AI automotive design with original aesthetics, present design language that better caters to Chinese family travel needs, and continuously showcase the design strength and national confidence of China’s automotive industry to the world.

It is reported that the production version of the Roewe JiaYue 07, designed under the leadership of Kaban, will be unveiled to the public in June, exceeding Chinese family users’ expectations for intelligent mobility.

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