Chapter 823

Henry Ford II was used to a good life when he was a child, and he didn't know the sadness of the poor at all. This makes Mike Donald, who was born in the middle class, don't know what to say. It seems that he can only do this bad man.

Mike Donald smiled and said, "we can go in two steps. The first step is like I just said. The two enterprises jointly produce a new car, which is absolutely cost-effective. "

"The second step is to lobby the US military to increase purchase orders. The Soviets are a serious threat. Without strong logistical support, it is difficult for the US military to win in the confrontation. "

Both military and civilian don't want to let go. It seems that this boy has great ambition.

Henry Ford II smiled and said, "it's very simple to jointly develop a new car. It's also the case when our two families work together. But how can high cost performance be possible? You know, the salary standard of American workers is the highest in the world. Moreover, the work efficiency is lower than that of Japanese workers, which is one of the reasons why Japanese auto manufacturers can't compete at present. "

Henry Ford II didn't mention the black cloud. It seems that he doesn't want to recognize the efficiency and model advantages of the black cloud car.

Seeing Ford II's doubts, Mike Donald smiled and said, "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, hoping that the government would give subsidies in terms of taxation. If the government can tax-free new cars, the price of cars can be reduced by at least 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 does not know, the tax authorities will have great opinions on them.

Henry Ford II: "it's too risky, and GM can do it by itself. I don't understand why I brought Ford. I hope your excellency can give me an explanation. "

Mike Donald: "after all, this is a challenge to the U.S. tax authorities. You know, they are not easy to mess with. GM alone is hard to persuade the White House. But Ford is different. Our two families have more than 400000 direct votes, and each worker has a family. This is millions of votes. Even your Excellency the president can't ignore the actual interests of workers in the auto industry. "

At present, Detroit has not entered a depression. It is the most important industrial town in the United States. Not only because of economic problems, no one dares to despise the demographic dividend.

This is to pull himself into the partnership. Ford II was a little unhappy. Ford II, who thinks he has aristocratic blood in the automobile industry, disdains to take advantage of the country in terms of taxes.

May be able to play a certain effect, or even defeat competitors. But it will also become a stain, always with the Ford brand, and the Ford family will be ashamed.

General Motors has no such concerns. We should know that general motors is a professional manager system. Even if there are problems, the most is the resignation of professional managers. People who are dismissed can also get huge compensation. I believe many people are still willing to accept it; At least there will be no economic loss.

At present, we need to think carefully about whether Ford should take risks.

Ford II: "GM's proposal is very good. You can try it. Ford will fully cooperate, but Ford has little experience in this field, and President Mike needs to share more. Ford can give financial support to ensure that you will not suffer losses. "

Hearing what the old guy said, I immediately understood what he meant. This is love and cherish feathers. We should not only be a bitch, but also set up a chastity archway.

Mike Donald also knew that Ford had to be involved in this matter to succeed. GM alone is certainly not enough to lobby the White House.

Since Ford cherishes feathers so much, this cooperation can make them bleed more. Don't want to work, but also want to get benefits. There are no two cheap good things in the world.

Mike Donald: "I understand what Mr. Ford means. As long as Ford can support this proposal. GM will lobby for the rest, but I hope Ford can bear part of the cost. After all, this is the business of the two companies. "

In fact, joint R & D is a pretext to put pressure on the government with the size and number of the two enterprises. I believe that even President Reagan can not ignore the two enterprises, which is the premise of cooperation.

Henry Ford II: "it's a matter of course to bear the cost. Ford will never be stingy."

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

At present, many US military vehicles are very old, and the military has long intended to replace military transport vehicles. But this order is too tempting. GM, Ford, Chrysler and other local auto stores all hope to get this huge order.

If it is an enterprise, even general motors is not sure. However, in addition, Ford is another effect, and the U.S. military certainly does not dare to despise their two enterprises.

Now I hear the old guy say military orders. It is estimated that this is his real purpose to call himself. It seems that it's better to be careful when dealing with these old guys. If you don't pay attention, you'll be bypassed.

Mike 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 let the military increase orders. 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 need to meet the requirements of high mobility, multi-purpose and wheeled (non tracked) to replace a variety of jeeps and all kinds of 4WD pickup trucks. The purpose is to make the unified light military vehicles more simple and modular maintenance, To improve mobility.

At present, GM is close to completing this work, but due to the rise of black cloud group, there will be variables.

In addition to the black cloud car, the American car manufacturers 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; That way, even if there is no black curtain, it will be called black curtain.

The military order is definitely a piece of fat. We must find a way to eat it anyway. However, the existing equipment can not be excessively wasted, so we can only find ways to deal with it.

Ford II: "what about so many existing military vehicles? You know, even the military dare not so brazenly scrap so many active service vehicles."

Mike Donald: "the main vehicles used by the military are jeeps, which are owned by the black cloud group."

In the Second World War, bombers, tanks and submachine guns changed the battlefield, but another thing that people ignored was the jeep running around the world. This is a light general service vehicle designed by the U.S. Army to replace motorcycles. It is as smart, fast and solid as a rabbit.

The four-wheel drive jeep's ability to climb mountains and rivers is welcomed by front-line officers and soldiers. From beaches in Normandy and forests in Arden to deserts in North Africa and villages and towns in Central Europe; From the rain forests and rice fields in Myanmar to the islands, reefs and hills in the Pacific... Climbing slopes, wading, crossing grasslands, climbing quagmires, drilling woods and going through alleys, Jeep traveled all the battlefields of World War II with the U.S. military.

Jeep has also become the most equal vehicle. From Barton and Eisenhower to the flat headed soldiers, they all sit in the same jeep. The US military called it "as loyal as a dog, as strong as a mule and as smart as a goat". There are many places where even tanks can't go. Jeep can't go wrong.

With heavy and heavy machine guns or even recoilless guns, the jeep can be used for assault and police operations. In North Africa, the British special air service often takes jeeps with heavy and heavy machine guns and roars in and out of the desert, causing great damage to Rommel's logistics line and opening the first modern special operations.

As a flexible and versatile vehicle, jeep is widely used in places that designers never dreamed of. Jeeps are used to tow trailers, light artillery and even train cars. They are also used to sweep snow, dig ditches, build bases, and even drive circular saws and washing machines. In the field without power, the jeep's rear wheel can be overhead to tow a generator to drive radar, radio, searchlight, electric welding machine, etc.

The jeep's flat engine cover was used as an altar for military priests to pray, or a card table for soldiers to play cards. American soldiers praised jeep for "being able to do anything except baking cakes". When the car needs to be repaired, anyway, the car is not heavy. As soon as several people work hard, the car can be repaired when it is overturned.

It is impossible for jeep to get military orders unless it is bought by Americans. Now what does Mike Donald mean by this sentence? Does he want baozixuan to recycle these cars. You know, these are all antiques. What's the use of buying them back? Where can they be used as a facade.