Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

After settling the labor agreement, the two factories finally entered normal conditions. The Jeep factory will conduct research and development of the new Grand Cherokee and Compass proposed by Bao Zixuan.

Dodge will only produce pickup trucks and regular trucks in the future. Currently, 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 the temptation of high wages. As for the Dodge automobile factory, it is currently only preparing to produce Heiyun's newly developed cars, which are internally named Heiyun 1 series cars.

After the acquisition was completed, Bao Zixuan mobilized many workers from Xiangjiang to the United States. The main reason is to come here to learn advanced automobile production and management experience and prepare for the next step of building a factory in Asia. At the same time, the quality inspection department still uses a large number of Japanese employees. Now when it comes to quality control, the Japanese and Germans do have a commendable side.

Bao Zixuan first discussed the development of the Grand Cherokee and Compass with Jeep engineers. None of these engineers were very satisfied with the new boss who had eliminated all Jeep models just after taking over the company, but they still cooperated because of the good benefits.

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

The Cherokee model, which has the characteristics of a sedan and an off-road vehicle, was extremely popular in the market. In the 1980s, Jeep became the only profitable brand of AMC cars. 1 purchased AMC cars and changed the AMC sedan to the Eagle brand, while the Jeep brand remained as it was. 1Cherokee has driven the popularity of SUVs in the United States, and many car manufacturers have launched SUVs, including Porsche and other carmakers that had never produced SUVs in the past.

The Grand Cherokee is a brand new model introduced to the market to compete with the Ford Explorer.

Bao Zixuan said: "The Grand Cherokee model size is 4828mm × 12mm (310.4~14.0L/100km, engine type 3L V8/machine. Top speed 2 acceleration time 4100km) driving mode front four-wheel drive, full-time four-wheel drive, braking mode, Ventilated disc type, body weight 2235~2315mm, luggage compartment volume 782-1554L, fuel tank capacity and seats 5.”

The technical requirements for the Grand Cherokee proposed by Bao Zixuan itself are 1 for Jeep. Now with the capital investment of Heiyun Group, it can be developed in advance. For this product, which will be regarded as an excellent off-road vehicle in the next 40 years, Heiyun Group will definitely make great efforts to upgrade it.

Jeep engineers who had originally dismissed Bao Zixuan now found that the young boss still had some talent. He is worthy of being a top student at MIT. Although he majored in mechanics, he must have worked hard on automobile research and development.

Seeing that no one had any objections, Bao Zixuan then took out another drawing and introduced: "This is another Compass model that Jeep will develop."

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

The interior of the Compass is a good continuation of Jeep's American style. The shape is simple and clear, the straight lines are very capable, and it is very practical; the uniquely designed double seats have a texture that has only appeared in top models in the past. Soft material covering the interior, etc., is equipped for the first time in the 2.4L comfort version model, further improving comfort.

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

In terms of control, Jeep Compass is very smart to grasp two options at the same time: switching to 2.4L models and driving experience, and continuing to use the economical and practical combination of 2.0L+CVT, taking into account the diverse needs of consumers.

Space, Compass 2 has ample legroom, with ample leg and headroom in the front and rear rows, and the overall space performance is relatively good.

Fuel consumption, Jeep Compass offers two displacement options of 2.0 liters and 2.4 liters. If you choose the 2.0 liter model, it is equipped with a comfortable and fuel-saving CVT gearbox. It pays 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 and pure pedigree of the Jeep brand, Jeep Compass pays more attention to the needs of consumers at different levels.

The active full-time four-wheel drive system Freedom Drive is the key to the Jeep Compass surpassing its class in performance, giving the Jeep Compass the best road driving stability and off-road passability in its class. In addition, the significant fuel-saving features, professional safety protection and fashionable and distinctive urban temperament have made the Jeep Compass the personalized first choice in the urban SUV segment where consumption is becoming 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 that this young boss who had just taken over the company would design such an excellent car. In fact, this was Bao Zixuan's specialty. It's just copying the designs of predecessors. The design of cars and aircraft are basically the same. This is not a problem for an excellent aircraft engine designer.

After seeing that no one had any different opinions, Bao Zixuan said: "Since no one has any objections, let's implement it according to the design. My goal is to build Jeep into a first-class brand. I hope everyone can unite and buy our cars together." To the whole world.”

"It's too late in the first half of the year. We have to participate in all the auto shows in the second half of the year. Let these two Jeep cars be popular all over the world. Even if you have the ability to hand-build these two cars, you have to assemble them for me. This is what I ask of you. You can ask for anything you need, and the company will do its best to satisfy you, please."

Because of 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. What he is worried about now is Dodge's research and development of the Black Cloud 1 Series. This is also the focus of Bao Zixuan's work in the future.

After arranging the Jeep car, Bao Zixuan came to the Dodge automobile factory. It's very deserted here now. The Dodge truck division now shares a production plant with Jeep, and all other 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 engineers from the Dodge factory, who are now engineers from the Heiyun factory, to discuss the new car development plan. In fact, Heiyun engineers have recently completed the research and development of the Heiyun 1 Series, and now they are here to improve the mass production supporting facilities and test new cars.

The Heiyun 1 Series completely imitates 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 can be controlled within 4 liters per 100 kilometers. Bao Zixuan thought that by combining the excellent fuel-saving design of Japanese engines with the quality and appearance of German cars, he would be able to break the car giant's encirclement and blockade of the black cloud.

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 shuttling between the two car factories, he wants to make the three cars into Black Cloud car classics. He will only upgrade the car configurations in ten years, and the car's appearance will definitely be used for more than 20 years without being outdated.

Now, all three cars have their own advantages and disadvantages, but the one that Bao Zixuan values ​​the most is the Black Cloud 1 Series. After all, this is his son, and it is also the car he thinks has the highest sales volume. In the context of the oil crisis, fuel efficiency has always been a boundary that major automobile manufacturers want to break through. The Heiyun car uses 40% less fuel than the most fuel-efficient Japanese car. This selling point alone will drive consumers crazy. As for Jeep's two vehicles, they are more for off-roading and tall office workers.