Chapter 181： Model R&D

After the labor-management agreement was settled, the two factories finally entered a normal state. The Jeep factory will carry out research and development of the all-new Grand Cherokee and Compass proposed by Bao Zixuan.

In the future, Dodge will only produce pickup trucks and ordinary trucks. At present, it mainly integrates the technologies of Rheinmetall and Dodge. At the same time, all production workshops were moved to the Jeep factory. Although it makes many workers uncomfortable, they still choose to obey under the temptation of high wages. As for the Dodge car factory, it is currently only preparing to produce the newly developed Heiyun car, which is internally named as the Heiyun 1-series car.

After the acquisition, Bao Zixuan mobilized many workers from Xiangjiang to the United States. Mainly to come here to learn advanced automobile production and management experience and prepare for the next step in building a factory in Asia. At the same time, the quality inspection department still uses a lot of Japanese employees. Now, in terms of quality control, RB and Germans do have a commendable side.

Bao Zixuan first discussed with the Jeep engineers about the development of the Grand Cherokee and the Compass. These engineers were not very satisfied with the new boss who just took over the company and eliminated all Jeep models, but they cooperated when they thought of the good benefits.

Bao Zixuan took out the sketch of the car that he had prepared, and also introduced the data parameters of the car to the engineers.

In 1984, Jeep launched the Cherokee models with the characteristics of sedans and off-road vehicles, which were extremely popular in the market. In the 1980s, Jeep became the only profitable brand of AMC cars. In 1987, Chrysler acquired AMC Motors, changing the AMC sedan to the Eagle brand, while the Jeep brand remained the same. In the 1980s, the JeepCherokee led to the popularity of sports utility vehicles (SUVs) in the United States, and many automakers also launched SUVs, including Porsche and other automakers that had never produced SUVs in the past.

The Grand Cherokee is an all-new model brought to market to stymie the Ford Explorer.

Bao Zixuan said: "The size of the Grand Cherokee model is 4828mm x 1943mm x 1802mm (3.6L comfort version). The fuel consumption is 10.4~14.0L/100km, and the engine type is 3.6LV6/5.7LV8/6.4LV8 engine. The maximum speed is 206~255km/h. Acceleration time 4.9~8.7 seconds (0-100km) drive mode Front four-wheel drive, full-time four-wheel drive, braking mode, ventilated disc, body weight 2235~2366 kg, wheelbase 2915mm, luggage compartment volume 782-1554L, fuel tank volume 93.5 L. The standard number of seats is 5."

The technical requirements of the Grand Cherokee proposed by Bao Zixuan are themselves a model designed by Jeep in 1984. Now, with the capital investment of Heiyun Group, it can be developed in advance. For this product, which can be regarded as an excellent off-road vehicle in the next 40 years, Heiyun Group will definitely make great efforts to upgrade it.

The Jeep engineers who were originally dismissive of Bao Zixuan now find that this little boss is still a bit predictable. He is indeed a top student at MIT. Although he studied mechanics, he must have worked **** automobile research and development.

Seeing that everyone had no objection, Bao Zixuan then took out a drawing and introduced, "This is another model guide that Jeep is going to develop."

The appearance and front face design of the Compass are in line with the trend, from the silver seven-hole front grille inherited from the family blood, to the black inner frame chrome fog lamp frame and blackened taillights, to the dynamic dual five-spoke 18-inch aluminum wheels. The lines of the whole vehicle have a strong sense of strength, and the tough and fashionable appearance is well received by netizens. Netizens said that "the appearance is very tough and the appearance is very fashionable!"

The interior and the interior of the Compass follow the Jeep American style well, with simple and clear shapes, very capable straight lines, and strong practicability; the uniquely designed dual-seat seats have a texture that only appeared in top models in the past. Soft materials cover the interior, etc., and the 2.4L comfort version is equipped for the first time, and the comfort is further improved.

The power and engine technology are advanced, the power is good, the acceleration is fast, and the high speed is stable.

Handling and Jeep Compass are smart enough to grasp two solutions at the same time: 2.4L models switch to 6AT camp to emphasize performance and driving feeling, and continue to use the economical and applicable combination of 2.0L+CVT, taking into account the diversified needs of consumers.

Space, the wheelbase of the Compass of 2635mm ensures sufficient leg room, and there is sufficient leg and head space in the front and rear rows, and the overall space performance is relatively good.

Fuel consumption, Jeep Compass provides two displacement options of 2.0-liter and 2.4-liter. Choose a 2.0-liter model, equipped with a comfortable and fuel-efficient CVT gearbox, and pay more attention to economy and vehicle cost. The fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is only 8.7 liters.

On the basis of maintaining the classic pure blood of the Jeep brand, the Jeep Guide pays more attention to the needs of consumers at different levels.

The active full-time four-wheel drive system FreedomDrive is the magic weapon for the Jeep Compass to surpass its peers in performance, allowing the Jeep Compass to have the best road stability and off-road passability in its class. In addition, the remarkable fuel-saving features, professional safety protection and fashionable and distinctive urban temperament make the Jeep Compass a personalized first choice for the urban SUV segment where consumers are increasingly mature and rational.

Seeing such a stylish compact urban SUV, this time Jeep designers were completely impressed by this genius design. I didn't expect this little boss who just took over the company to design such an excellent car. In fact, this is Bao Zixuan's specialty. It's just copying the design of the predecessors. The design of cars and aircraft is basically the same, which is not difficult for an excellent aircraft engine designer.

Seeing that everyone had no disagreement, Bao Zixuan said: "Since everyone has no objection, then implement it according to the design. My goal is to build Jeep into a first-class brand, and I hope everyone will unite and buy our car together. to the world."

"It's too late in the first half of the year, we have to participate in all auto shows in the second half of the year. Let these two Jeep cars be popular all over the world. By the Frankfurt Auto Show in September, you will have to assemble these two cars for me even if you have hand-built them. Your request. You can mention anything you need, and the company will fully satisfy you, please everyone."

Due to the detailed design drawings and the same design concept as Jeep. Bao Zixuan is not worried that Jeep will not be able to produce these two cars, but now he is worried about Dodge's research and development of the Heiyun 1 series. This is also the focus of Bao Zixuan's work for a period of time in the future After arranging the Jeep matters, Bao Zixuan came to the Dodge car factory. It's very deserted here, the Dodge truck division now shares a production plant with Jeep, and the rest of the models have been axed. Now the workers here basically have nothing to do, and Bao Zixuan came here to solve this problem.

Bao Zixuan summoned the engineers of the Dodge factory, which is now the engineer of the Heiyun factory, to discuss the new car development plan. In fact, the Heiyun engineers have completed the research and development of the Heiyun 1 series recently, and now they are here to improve the supporting facilities for mass production and test new cars.

The Black Cloud 1 Series is completely modeled on the exterior design of the previous 2013 BMW 3 Series, making it very forward-looking. And the engine also uses a newly developed hybrid engine, and the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers can be controlled within 4 liters. Bao Zixuan thought that with the excellent fuel-efficient design of the RB engine combined with the quality and appearance of German cars, it would definitely be able to break the siege and blockade of the black cloud by the automobile giants.

After arranging the research and development and production of the next three models of Heiyun Group, Bao Zixuan also entered the role of a researcher. Constantly traveling between two car factories, he wants to make the three cars into black cloud car classics. He will only upgrade the car configuration within ten years, and the shape of the car will definitely be used for more than 20 years without going out of date.

At present, the three models have their own advantages and disadvantages, but Bao Zixuan values ​​the Heiyun 1 series the most. After all, this is his own son, and it is also the car that he believes to be the best-selling car. In the context of the oil crisis, fuel saving has always been the limit that major automakers have to break through. The Heiyun car saves 40% more fuel than the most fuel-efficient Japanese car. This selling point alone will drive consumers crazy. As for Jeep's two vehicles more for off-road and tall office workers.