v2 Chapter 823： The conspiracy of the American car tycoon III

Henry Ford II was used to a good life since he was a child, and he did not know the sorrow of the poor at all. This made Mac Donald, who was born in the middle class, not sure what to say, and it seemed that this bad guy could only do it for him.

Mac Donald said with a smile: "We can take two steps. The first step is like what I just said. The two companies jointly produce a new car, and the price/performance ratio is absolutely high."

"The second step is to lobby the U.S. government to increase purchase orders. The Soviets are a serious threat, and it is difficult for the U.S. military to win the confrontation without strong logistical support."

This is for both military and civilian use. It seems that this kid has great ambitions.

Henry Ford II said with a smile: "It is very simple to jointly develop a new car, and it is the case of our two joints. But how can high cost performance be possible? You must know that American workers have the highest salary standards in the world. And work efficiency is better than Japanese workers are lower, which is one of the reasons why Japanese automakers are currently unable to compete.”

Henry Ford II did not mention the Black Cloud, apparently not wanting to acknowledge the efficiency and styling advantages of the Black Cloud.

Seeing the doubts of Ford II, Mac Donald said with a smile: "We paid so much tax to the government before, and now it's time for the government to subsidize us."

Hearing this, Henry Ford II immediately understood what it meant, which was to hope that the government would give subsidies in terms of taxation. If the government can exempt new cars, the price of cars can be reduced by at least about 20%.

Is this the so-called cost advantage, the risk is too great. Once exposed; both companies are subject to public criticism. Even if the public doesn't know it, the tax department will have a big opinion on them.

Henry Ford II: "It's too risky, and GM can do it on its own. I don't understand why I took Ford with me, and I hope your Excellency can give me an explanation."

MacDonald: "After all, this is a challenge with the US tax department. You must know that they are not easy to mess with. It is difficult to persuade the White House by relying on GM alone. But it is different with Ford. We have more than 400,000 direct votes. And every worker has a family. That's millions of votes, and even His Excellency the President can't ignore the real interests of auto workers."

Detroit has not yet entered a depression period, but it is the most important industrial city in the United States. Not only because of economic problems, no one dares to underestimate the demographic dividend.

This is to pull himself into the team, and Ford II is a little unhappy. Ford II, who considered himself to be of aristocratic blood in the auto industry, disdain to take advantage of the country in terms of taxation.

Maybe it can have some effect, or even beat the competition. But it will also become a stain that will forever accompany the Ford brand and shame the Ford family.

General Motors has no concerns in this regard. It is necessary to know that General Motors is a professional manager system. Even if there is a problem, at most professional managers resign. Those who are dismissed can still receive huge compensation, and I believe many people are still willing to accept it; at least they will not suffer any economic losses.

It needs to be thought carefully at the moment, whether Ford should take the risk.

Ford II: "GM's proposal is very good, you can try it out. Ford will fully cooperate, but Ford has no experience in this regard, and President Mike needs to share more. Ford can provide financial support to ensure that no It will make you suffer."

Hearing the old guy say that, he immediately understood what he meant. This is to cherish feathers, not only to be a bitch, but also to establish a chastity arch.

Mac Donald also knew that this thing had to pull Ford to succeed. Relying on General Motors alone is certainly not enough to lobby the White House.

Since Ford loves feathers so much, this collaboration could make them bleed more. Do not want to work, but also want to get benefits, there is no good thing in the world that is cheap at both ends.

MacDonald: "I understand what Mr. Ford means, as long as Ford can support this proposal. GM will be responsible for lobbying for the rest, but I hope Ford can bear part of the cost, after all, these two companies company thing."

In fact, joint research and development is a guise, the purpose is to use the size and number of the two companies to put pressure on the government. I believe that even President Reagan could not ignore the two companies. This is the premise of cooperation.

Henry Ford II: "It is a matter of course to bear the cost, and Ford will never be stingy."

"But compared to civilian vehicles, I prefer to get orders from the military."

At present, many U.S. vehicles are very old, and the military has long been interested in replacing military transport vehicles. It's just that this order is too tempting, and GM, Ford, Chrysler and other local auto stores all hope to get this huge order.

If it's a business, even GM isn't sure. But the addition of Ford is another effect, and the US government must not dare to despise their two companies.

Now that I heard the old guy say military orders, it is estimated that this is the real purpose of his calling himself. It seems that it is better to be careful when dealing with these old guys, if you are not careful, you will be detoured.

Mac Donald: "I understand what Mr. Ford means. GM already has relevant plans. However, in order for the two companies to cooperate successfully, we are willing to share orders with Ford. The purpose is to increase orders for the military, and I believe the military will also make a choice. ."

A few years ago, the U.S. Army began to develop a new generation of light multi-purpose military vehicles based on the experience of the Vietnam War. At that time, the military vehicles required by the military needed to meet the requirements of high mobility, multi-purpose and wheeled (non-tracked) to replace the A variety of jeeps and various four-wheel-drive pickups are designed to make uniform light military vehicles easier and modular to repair and maintain to improve mobility.

At present, this work is nearly completed, but due to the rise of the Black Cloud Group, there will definitely be variables.

With the exception of Black Cloud Auto, American automakers are having a hard time. At present, it is impossible for the US government and military to hand over such a large order to a company; even if there is no shady, it will be said to be shady.

The military order is definitely a piece of fat, and you have to find a way to eat it anyway. However, the existing equipment cannot be overly wasted, and we can only find a way to deal with it.

Ford II: "What should I do with so many military vehicles? Even the military would not dare to scrap so many active vehicles so blatantly."

MacDonald: "The military's main vehicles now are all Jeeps, and Jeeps are owned by the Black Cloud Group."

In World War II, bombers, tanks, and submachine guns changed the battlefield, but another thing that changed the battlefield that people turned a blind eye to was the jeeps running around the world. This is the U.S. Army's light general-purpose service vehicle designed to replace motorcycles. It's as nimble, swift as a rabbit, and very sturdy.

The four-wheel-drive Jeep's ability to climb mountains and waters is popular with front-line officers and men. From the beaches of Normandy and the forests of the Ardennes, to the deserts of North Africa and the villages and towns of Central Europe; from the rainforests and rice fields of Myanmar, to the islands, reefs and hills of the Pacific Ocean...climbing, wading, crossing grasslands, climbing quagmire, drilling forests, Through the alley, Jeep followed the US military to all the battlefields of World War II.

Jeep has also become the most equal vehicle, up to Patton, Eisenhower, down to the flat-headed soldier, all ride on the same jeep. The U.S. military calls it "loyal as a dogstrong as a mule and nimble as a goat". There are many places that even tanks can't go to, and the jeep can go there.

With light and heavy machine guns and even recoilless guns on the rack, the Jeep can be used for assault and security operations. The British Special Air Service often rode jeeps with light and heavy machine guns in North Africa, roaring in the desert and leaving, causing great damage to Rommel's logistics line and pioneering modern special operations.

As agile, versatile vehicles, Jeeps are used in places designers never dreamed of. Jeeps were used to tow trailers, light artillery, and even train wagons. They were also used to sweep snow, dig trenches, build fortifications, and even drive circular saws and washing machines. In the field where there is no electricity, the Jeep's rear wheels can be used to tow the generator to drive the radar, radio, searchlight, electric welding machine, etc.

The flat bonnet of the Jeep was used as an altar for the chaplain to conduct prayers, or as a card table for the soldiers to play poker. GIs praised Jeep for being "can do anything but bake cakes." When the car needs to be repaired, the car is not heavy anyway, and a few people can overturn the car to repair it.

It is impossible for Jeep to get military orders unless it is acquired by the Americans. Now what does MacDonald mean by this sentence, is it that he wants Bao Zixuan to recycle these cars. You must know that these are all old antiques. What's the use of buying them back, where can they be used as a facade.