Rebirth 99 to become a car giant.

Chapter 981 16x16 launch vehicle, domineering

Venusstar Technology is now a star enterprise in China, and its popularity is no less than that of Honor Technology and Nanshan Automobile Group.

Especially since the construction of the lunar orbital space station began and the concept video of the lunar research station was released, the enthusiasm of all kinds of spectators has become even higher.

After all, this is the first time that someone has made the situation of the lunar research station public.

Taking advantage of this trend, Nanshan Auto Parts, together with Venusstar Technology, officially announced a 16X16 special vehicle.

When most people see this car, they tend to just think that it is very domineering and does not look easy to produce.

However, after explanations from some netizens, everyone immediately had a more direct understanding of this special vehicle.

It turns out that it is an intercontinental ballistic missile launcher!
Large intercontinental ballistic missiles generally weigh more than 35 tons. For example, the Polar Bear Topol M is 22.7 meters long and weighs 47.2 tons.

The American Minuteman 3 is 18.26 meters long and weighs 34.5 tons. With the missile launcher and other auxiliary devices, it is common for the weight to reach more than 50 tons.

Therefore, the weight of the missile alone is a huge burden for the missile vehicle.

At the moment of missile launch, the engine's backward thrust is huge, usually reaching more than three times the overload, which means that the load of the missile carrier at the moment of launch is likely to exceed 150 tons or even more!
In order to withstand such a great impact force, the carrying capacity of the intercontinental missile launcher usually needs to reach more than 150 tons, and a hydraulic support system must be used to disperse the pressure during launch, otherwise the tires will definitely not be able to withstand it and will burst.

The smallest MAZ-7900 in the Polar Bear MAZ-7904 series of missile transport vehicles has a load capacity of 200 tons. With such a large load, the missile launcher also needs to have super off-road and steering capabilities.

It can be said that the technical content of the missile launcher is not much lower than that of the missile!
After understanding this, everyone's admiration for Nanshan Automobile Group rose to a higher level.

"Director Yang, can our own military vehicle department produce this 16X16 8-axle special vehicle?"

After Li Shaobo saw the content released by Nanshan Automobile Group, he immediately called Yang Qingshan to his side.

Although there are many special vehicle companies in China, Xifeng Motor Group is definitely the best among those related to military industry.

Now that Nanshan Automobile Group has intervened, Li Shaobo immediately felt the pressure.

After all, this type of vehicle is basically the ceiling for special vehicles.

Globally, only China and Polar Bear can produce this type of car.

Strictly speaking, the products produced by the polar bears are produced with the help of the white bears.

After all, the factory that produced this special vehicle was inherited by White Bear.

There were other companies in China that were able to produce similar products before, and they were introduced through cooperation with Bai Xiong.

Otherwise, it would not be so easy to produce it if we rely solely on our own research and development.

After all, this type of vehicle is too special and has very high requirements.

This results in a high R&D and production cost.

In the past, China did not have so much money to invest in the development of such products.

However, in order to improve the maneuverability of intercontinental ballistic missiles, this type of vehicle is indispensable.

“我们只能生产8X8的特种导弹发射车，正在研发的也只是12X12的6轴产品，16X16的我们暂时还不具备能力。”

Yang Qingshan knew that this was not the time to brag or make empty promises.

Given their capabilities, it is unlikely that they will make any breakthroughs in 16X16 products in the next three years.

If it were really that easy, wouldn't those European countries and India have done it long ago?

"The air defense missile system jointly developed by Venusstar Technology and Nanshan Automobile Group is very advanced, and relevant departments will purchase it on a large scale in the future."

"This has already caused us to lose orders for related special vehicles. Now they have further developed a 16X16 special vehicle that is so difficult to operate."

"In the future, if relevant departments want to develop military vehicles, the first thing they think of is to cooperate with Nanshan Automobile Group, which is very disadvantageous to us."

Li Shaobo frowned, expressing concern about the future.

Although the company is not his personal company, his future is closely related to the development of the company.

Naturally, he hopes that he can lead the Westwind Motor Group to grow and develop.

However, the military vehicle business is now being eroded, and the traditional civilian vehicle business is not developing very smoothly either.

Whether it is Dongfeng Peugeot Citroen Automobile, Xifeng Honda, or Xifeng Yueda Kia, their development in recent years has not been ideal.

As for domestic brands, there is no need to say more.

It can be said that the second largest automobile company in China now has a sense of decline.

This is definitely something that Li Shaobo cannot accept.

If the situation of Chuncheng Automobile Group is similar to theirs, then he can still find some reasons to fool the relevant departments.

But Nanshan Hongqi is developing very well now and is aiming to achieve a sales target of 100 million vehicles this year.

In the future, the company has planned a production capacity and layout of 200 million vehicles. In comparison, Xifeng Motor Group is completely not good enough.

"Mr. Li, I think the threat posed by Nanshan Automobile Group to us is still controllable."

"Their products, whether it's Xingchen Automobile, Jaguar Land Rover, or Future Automobile, are all high-end."

"This means that their production costs and other costs are higher than ours."

"Although the budgets of relevant departments have been increasing in recent years, the funds are limited and it is impossible to spend so much money to purchase high-end vehicles."

Yang Qingshan blurred the concept for a moment and wanted to comfort Li Shaobo.

But this trick is not very useful.

"Nanshan Automobile Group has mastered the key production capabilities of the entire industrial chain of the automotive industry. Whether it is special steel or special resin materials, or various parts and gearboxes, they are doing very well."

"For them, turning Xingchen Auto into a luxury brand is just a marketing thing, and it doesn't mean that the production cost is really high."

"It is impossible for them to produce the same model at a higher cost than us."

"Just like these missile launchers, if the same drawings were given to both of us, our costs would most likely be higher in the end."

Although this may undermine one's own prestige, it may boost the morale of others.

But Li Shaobo still said it.

After all, the Ah Q spirit is useless at this time, and we still have to face reality.

The relevant departments have already cooperated with others on a large scale, which shows that they are able to accept the price.

Otherwise, how could the cooperation become closer and closer?

This is definitely a bad thing for Li Shaobo.

"Mr. Li, your analysis is also very reasonable."

Yang Qingshan wiped the non-existent sweat from his forehead and continued, "How about we find some time to communicate with Nanshan Automobile Group, divide the market, and each of us focus on developing a certain product instead of wasting time?"

If you can't do it yourself, then try to do it with your competitors.

It cannot be said that Yang Qingshan’s idea is wrong.

If Nanshan Automobile Group was an ordinary enterprise, then this trick might really work.

But it is obvious that Li Shaobo is well aware of how great the influence of Nanshan Group's companies is in the country.

His own reputation with the relevant departments is definitely not as good as Cao Yang's.

After thinking about this clearly, he would definitely not agree with Yang Qingshan's idea.

However, there is no problem in communicating with Nanshan Automobile Group, but the topic needs to be changed.

The independent brand businesses of Chuncheng Automobile Group and Changan Automobile have developed rapidly in recent years because of the support of Nanshan Automobile Group.

Xifeng Motor was reluctant to do this kind of thing in the past, but it is not impossible to do it.

As long as the performance can be developed, I will bow my head.

……

Compared with the dilemma faced by Westwind Motor Group, the situation at Boeing is not as simple as that.

"John, judging from the 16X16 special vehicle jointly announced by Nanshan Automobile Group and Venusstar Technology, this thing is definitely used on intercontinental ballistic missiles."

"Although China's intercontinental ballistic missile technology was pretty good in the past, there is still a big gap between them and us."

"But if Venustech gets involved, it's hard to say."

"You also know that Venusstar Technologies is a global leader in rocket technology. Even Boeing doesn't dare to say that it has more experience than them in rocket launches."

"By then, China's intercontinental ballistic missile technology will likely quickly catch up with us, or even surpass us."

As the vice president of Boeing, David felt it was necessary to have a good talk with John about the threat that Venus Technologies posed to the United States in the field of intercontinental ballistic missiles.

As the main manufacturer of intercontinental ballistic missiles in the United States, Boeing's technology has always been among the best in the world.

That is to say, the polar bears can compete with them.

However, whether it is the Polar Bear or the United States, the technological progress in intercontinental ballistic missiles in the past two decades has been very limited.

After all, everyone has a very strong foundation, and it is obviously not easy to become even stronger.

On the contrary, China is catching up quickly, and the gap between us is gradually getting smaller.

If we are not careful, China will overtake us.

Intercontinental ballistic missile!
What is that thing for?
It is used purely for strategic deterrence and is used to carry nuclear weapons.

Once China achieves a new breakthrough in technology in this area, it will be extremely difficult for America to accept.

"This time, the 16X16 special vehicle should be mainly researched and produced by Nanshan Automobile Group."

"Although the research and development of this type of vehicle is very difficult, especially in terms of the engine, the requirements are higher than any heavy-duty truck engine sold on the market."

“Then there are also very high requirements for drive shaft technology.”

"But this is still a car after all, and it is still within the capabilities of Nanshan Automobile Group."

"After all, Nanshan engines, Nanshan gearboxes, and Nanshan auto parts are world-class in related fields."

John wondered if David's worries were a bit excessive.

He had not received any information about the intercontinental ballistic missile developed by Morningstar Technology. Now John thought that Morningstar Technology had made a major breakthrough in intercontinental ballistic missiles based on just one vehicle, which was somewhat alarmist.

Of course, he can fully understand Boeing's thinking.

The performance of competitors' products has been greatly improved, so America naturally needs to upgrade its own products as well.

At this time, the relevant departments need to provide Boeing with sufficient funds to develop a new generation of intercontinental ballistic missile systems.

This amount is definitely not a small sum.

"John, I still say the same thing. If Venusstar Technology and Nanshan Automobile Group are just ordinary companies in China, then what you said is completely correct."

"But you have been dealing with Nanshan-affiliated companies over the years. You can't simply look at them the same way you look at ordinary companies."

"Since Nanshan Automobile Group has jointly launched this special heavy-duty truck with Venusstar Technology, it means that Venusstar Technology has participated in the research of the missile technology used in this product."

"It can even be said that Nanshan Automobile Group developed such a product entirely to meet the needs of Venusstar Technology."

David continued to stick to his opinion.

In his opinion, both for public and private reasons, he needs to push relevant departments to pay attention to this matter.

Although intercontinental ballistic missiles are usually used for deterrence, the chance of them being used in actual combat is almost zero.

However, this deterrent capability cannot be ignored.

The United States is a little behind in this area of ​​technology, and China's technology in air defense missile systems has made great progress. In the future, the United States' missiles will not be able to hit other countries, but other countries' missiles will be able to hit the United States.

This is totally unacceptable.

John also felt David's strong will, and his thoughts began to loosen.

"I'll ask the relevant departments to get more intelligence to see if Venustech is developing intercontinental ballistic missiles."

"Most of their factories are in Guangzhou, and the size of an intercontinental ballistic missile means that as long as it appears on the road, it is impossible not to attract attention."

"As long as we ask around, we can get some information."

John felt that he had to get the situation clear before doing anything about it.

And David also knew that it would not be so easy to convince John today.

Even in the United States, it is not easy to get funding for relevant departments.

……

"Lao Zeng, do you think it's possible for us to communicate with Nanshan Automobile Group and ask them to produce military vehicles at the joint venture of Yangcheng Nanshan Commercial Vehicle?"

As the general manager of Yangcheng Automobile Group, Zhang Jiaqi naturally hopes that the group's influence will become wider and wider.

Although producing military trucks may not necessarily make a lot of money, it is definitely beneficial for enhancing the influence of Yangcheng Automobile Group.

Now Nanshan Automobile Group has begun to produce missile launchers, and their performance seems to be very advanced.

If these vehicles can be produced in the cooperative company of both parties, it will definitely be beneficial to Yangcheng Automobile Group.

“The special vehicles produced by Nanshan Automobile Group are also considered heavy trucks and are quite similar to the business of our joint venture.”

"But in essence, their products serve Venusstar Technology and are related businesses within the Nanshan Group. I don't think they will easily use them to cooperate with us."

Zeng Guangda saw it more clearly and knew that it would be difficult for Yangcheng Automobile Group to take advantage of this opportunity.

Especially when it comes to military products, the requirements for confidentiality are very high.

This kind of thing is not something that even Nanshan Automobile Group can decide unilaterally.

Of course, if Nanshan Automobile Group really wants to do it, there will definitely be no problem.

But Zeng Guangda also knew that he did not have that much charm.

"It all depends on people."

“There’s no better opportunity for us to get involved with military vehicles.”

"We can even agree with Nanshan Automobile Group that all the profits generated by this project will be given to them, and we won't take a penny."

Zhang Jiaqi naturally knew that if he wanted to make this thing successful, he would have to give up some of his interests.

However, he did not undertake this project for the purpose of making money. It is even a question whether this project can make money.

Therefore, as long as it can be done, he thinks he can discuss any conditions.

"If this is the only condition, I don't think it's very likely that the other party will agree."

"After all, this profit originally belongs to them 100%."

"Unless we can offer some attractive conditions elsewhere, such as selling our shares in Yangcheng Nanshan Commercial Vehicles and becoming a small shareholder without participating in management."

After Zeng Guangda said this, Zhang Jiaqi immediately fell silent.

Although Yangcheng Nanshan Commercial Vehicle is not particularly well-known in the automotive industry, its influence in the commercial vehicle field is actually quite significant.

Especially in electric coaches and electric buses, it is considered a domestic leader.

Although not much money has been contributed to Yangcheng Automobile Group over the years, it has brought back a lot of honors.

If he were asked to give up his shares in the company now, he would definitely be reluctant to do so.

However, he also knew that what Zeng Guangda said made sense. If Yangcheng Automobile Group refused to release anything, it would be impossible to get them to agree with his ideas.

Yangcheng Automobile Group does not have that much face in front of Nanshan Group companies.

"If the shares are transferred just for such a project, it will involve the loss of state-owned assets, which is probably impossible to do."

"Unless Nanshan Automobile Group can invest in the acquisition, this will still be feasible."

After a moment of silence, Zhang Jiaqi began to think about the feasibility of this plan.

Anyway, no matter whether it works or not, just give it a try first.

If they don't even try, then this matter definitely has nothing to do with them.

Zeng Tingting quickly reported the intentions of the Yangcheng Automobile Group to Cao Yang.

"Why is Yangcheng Automobile Group interested in producing military products?"

After listening to Zeng Tingting's report, Cao Yang felt a little strange.

However, from the perspective of economic benefits, Yangcheng Automobile Group is definitely at a disadvantage in this matter.

However, if the other party has other considerations, it is not impossible.

"As a state-owned enterprise under Yangcheng City, their influence in China is not particularly large, and they probably want to expand their influence in this area."

"After all, domestic companies such as Chuncheng Automobile Group, Xifeng Automobile Group, Changan Automobile, Capital Automobile Group, and Shanghai Automobile Group are all involved in the production of military vehicles to varying degrees."

"Only Yangcheng Automobile Group has absolutely no intersection with this field."

Zeng Tingting simply expressed her thoughts.

Cao Yang did not comment on this.

"We will give them 10% to 20% of the shares, and the factory will only give them a position as deputy director of the finance department. Everything else will be arranged by Nanshan Automobile Group."

"Of course, the price of acquiring shares can be based on the normal market price."

"If they agree, then there will be no problem in producing it at Yangcheng Nanshan Commercial Vehicle Co., Ltd."

Cao Yang didn't hesitate too much and gave his own judgment directly.

The Nanshan Group's companies are now huge in scale, and the affairs of such a joint venture car company really cannot occupy too much of Cao Yang's time.

"This is a good plan. Taking this opportunity to integrate our own commercial vehicle business is also a solution."

"As for the remaining shares of Yangcheng Automobile Group, we can use various methods such as parts trading to ensure that it can only obtain a very limited profit."

"It's even easy to make a loss directly."

Zeng Tingting would definitely not object to Cao Yang's proposal.

Anyway, your Yangcheng Automobile Group has taken the initiative to propose to transfer part of the shares, so there is no need to blame them for being rude.

Soon, both sides reached a preliminary agreement.

Nanshan Automobile Group acquired 35% of the shares of Yangcheng Nanshan Commercial Vehicle Co., Ltd. held by Yangcheng Automobile Group, leaving Yangcheng Automobile Group with 15% of the shares.

Then, various commercial vehicles of Nanshan Automobile Group will be produced in this joint venture.

To this end, Nanyang Yangcheng Commercial Vehicle will also invest in building a heavy-duty truck factory.

Most companies are not paying much attention to this change, but Chuncheng Automobile Group is a bit nervous.

"Mr. Zhu, Nanshan Automobile Group currently has only two complete vehicle joint ventures, one is Nanshan Hongqi and the other is Yangcheng Nanshan Commercial Vehicle."

"Now that they have bought back most of the joint venture shares held by Yangcheng Automobile Group, will they also consider buying back Nanshan Hongqi's shares?"

Tao Wen's concern had never been mentioned by Nanshan Automotive Group before.

But she felt that she had to consider it.

After all, Yangcheng Nanshan Commercial Vehicle was also a one-to-one joint venture before, but now Nanshan Automobile Group has an absolute shareholding advantage.

Yangcheng Automobile Group no longer has much presence.

If the same thing happened to Nanshan Hongqi, it would be absolutely unacceptable.

After all, Chuncheng Automobile Group has bet a lot of resources on Nanshan Hongqi.

Its development concerns the interests of many people.

But this is based on a major premise, that is, Chuncheng Automobile Group is the major shareholder of Nanshan Hongqi, which cannot be changed. However, this premise may now be in question.

Otherwise, it would all be a joke.

Faced with this situation, they have no choice but to take it seriously!

(End of this chapter)