The Iron and Steel Frenzy of the Republic of China

Kiichiro Toyoda has a strong desire to manufacture Japan's own cars. He has made a wish since he was a child. He wants to create a grand career with his own intelligence and ingenuity like his father, and invent industrial products that can also make Japan stronger. , after investigation and careful consideration, he decided to make a car, and began to study the engine in 1930

Although he had no money and made little progress at the time, he was not discouraged. Last summer, the first truck designed and manufactured by the Chinese shocked the world and caused great waves in his heart.

Why, why did the Chinese make such a car first, but the Japanese themselves couldn't?Look, in the Northeast, I discovered that they were manufacturing cars in 31. Now they have developed advanced trucks that have influenced the world through experience, and they have made huge profits at that time. Ri himself is better than them and has good industrial conditions. Why can’t they do it? ?

No, it can be done, it's just not hard enough

Kiichiro Toyoda refused to admit defeat, and he did not hesitate to force his brother-in-law Toshizaburo Toshizaburo, who is currently in charge of the family business, to spend money to help him set up an automobile department. After years of hard work, I finally figured out the general situation and tried to make a prototype car

At the beginning, the progress was not smooth. The truck produced by Zhu Bin has too many advanced technologies, especially for the different metallurgical types of each part of the car. The performance parameters are very annoying. There are dozens of types of steel alone. , how do you figure this out?

Relatively speaking, the German DKW front-drive car is much simpler, but the current situation is that the overall roads in Japan are not very good, and the truck is more practical. The problem is that imitating this car is left to him to modify The leeway is already very small, except for making it smaller according to Ri's height and environment, it seems that there is nothing else that can be added, and the most important thing is that this car can involve the interests of many people, is it really okay?

During this period of time, after understanding the market prospects of trucks, Toyoda Toshizaburo felt that cars might be a very good way out. At least in the Ministry of the Army, a large number of cars, especially trucks, are needed, and the worldwide market is also very exciting. After asking a lot of people, I deliberately lowered my posture and started to discuss support

Kiichiro Toyoda is not happy, but you don’t let me do what I want to do, look down on me and make irresponsible remarks, but now I’m here to sell it in a hypocritical way, no need

I finally made up my mind to do it. As for patent infringement and so on, I haven't even considered it. Is it a Chinese thing? Is it necessary to consider this matter?At least that's what my friends say

Considering that all accessories are produced by himself, Kiichiro Toyoda finally made a truck that is one size smaller than the original one, and the engine is only 72 horsepower. The length, width and height of the car are greatly reduced, and the axles, chassis, tires, etc. Shrunk, the brake system of the original car does not use complex hydraulic brake discs but air brakes, and the wheels and body do not use high-strength alloys, and all use self-produced steel as much as possible

The result is that the final load of this vehicle is only 1.21.5 tons, which is not much larger than the three-wheeled agricultural vehicle that the tractor factory in Shanghai is planning to launch.

But after all, this is a car built by himself. Kiichiro Toyoda wanted to make a loud noise with pride, and hurriedly started testing it with his friends. After hearing the news, a classmate who was working in the Ministry of the Army immediately proposed to directly manufacture a batch for the army. The test, if feasible, will be purchased in large quantities. The most important thing is to publicize this matter as soon as possible. Ri himself cannot fall behind the Chinese

This is what makes him feel uncomfortable. How can he spread this kind of thing casually before he has a decisive success?Now it's all right, when someone comes to your door, you haven't prepared enough arguments in all aspects, why can't you be as strong as those guys in the army?It is important to make up all kinds of suitable explanations and completely avoid the other party's patent trap.

Menacing reports and pressure from all sides came across the sea. Kiichiro Toyoda was so worried that he could not fall asleep for two consecutive nights, but early on the third day, he was notified and rushed to the office of Shigeo Iwagiri, the Minister of Commerce and Industry in Tokyo. at home

Along the intentionally curved mountain path, passing through the snow-covered trees on both sides, and entering a quiet and freehand courtyard, Kiichiro Toyoda's tension for many days was unknowingly dispelled, and the refreshing cold wind blows the pine branches not far away. The flakes of snow blow like cherry blossom petals fluttering and scattered, a leisurely and dusty artistic conception arises spontaneously, and Kiichiro stops at the door unconsciously with a faint smile on his face

Guided by the host’s hospitality to the front yard of the inner courtyard, the room facing the exquisite waterside garden is open. The wooden floor with the heating channel at the bottom is covered with tatami mats. Shigeo Iwakiri is wearing a home kimono and greeted with a warm smile.

Kiichiro Toyoda unexpectedly discovered that he was not the only guest who came. The Japanese-produced car Ayukawa Yoshisuke who was also sued this time was also there, and several other officials and dignitaries with extraordinary identities were also among them. small party

"Toyota-kun, please don't be restrained, sit down casually" Shigekuma Iwakiri stretched out his hand to ask, Kiichiro Toyoda hurriedly expressed his thanks, and sat cross-legged at the bottom seat very consciously, he could see that the identities and standards of other people were not comparable to him now , although behind him is the distinguished Mitsui Zaibatsu

Ayukawa Yoshisuke nodded at him, and Toyota hurriedly greeted the senior of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tokyo Imperial University.

Yanqiri Shigexiong looked around and said with a smile: "Everyone is here, so from the beginning, everyone is aware of the prosecution of the Chinese people this time?"

The two defendants who were named face-faced at the same time, and reluctantly nodded. Toyota is better, he is young, and his career reputation is not loud enough, but Ayukawa Yoshisuke is famous, and the reputation of Risan Co., Ltd. , sufficient financial resources, now with the development of Manchuria, the development is on the fast track, with regard to the cooperation of the Eastern Army, it is difficult not to make a fortune

This is the only way to embarrass Yoshisuke Ayukawa. Being sued for copyright infringement by a Chinese is an extremely embarrassing thing

Shigekuma Iwakiri seemed to have expected this result a long time ago, and said calmly: "The key to this matter is not whether we made mistakes, the world is like this, and only the strong have the right to speak. The so-called infringement is nothing but The people in China are just wishful thinking, and the Minister of Commerce and Industry and other parties are happy to see the two presiding over the car manufacturing business."

Kiichiro Toyoda felt relieved when he heard the words, and he breathed a sigh of relief unconsciously. This attitude is very useful, at least the responsibility does not need to be resisted by himself, otherwise the pressure is too great.

Ayukawa Yoshisuke was different from what he thought, Rendanhu trembled slightly with his breath, and hummed in a deep voice: "There must be an explanation for things, and our company will not agree to being insulted by the Chinese people like this." The Ministry of the Army will not agree, this is a major event involving the military construction of the empire, and it is related to the majesty of the empire."

Iwakiri Shigekuma frowned, showing a hint of uneasiness, but he didn't show too much, nodded and said: "Yes, of course we won't let the two of you go to court for trial as they requested, this is unacceptable for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs His Excellency Hirota Hongyi has made a special trip to negotiate and protest on this. I believe news will come soon. I invite you two to let you know that the empire will always stand by your own people. You can do your own things with peace of mind and don't be affected by outsiders. interference"

"Hi, thank you for your care, senior." Kiichiro Toyoda hurriedly bowed his thanks

Ayukawa Yoshisuke still pretended to be cool with a stern face, and said coldly: "Just protesting is not enough. This kind of behavior cannot be tolerated. The Americans and the British have not spoken. When will it be the turn of the Chinese people to make irresponsible remarks? Minister of Commerce and Industry You have to come up with a way.”

For these people, I really don’t give face at all. The Minister of Commerce and Industry Hisamikichi Nakajima tossed the Yawata Iron Works, seeking to merge a number of steel companies, and trying to get involved in their Osaka Iron Works is not a comfortable thing. Things, now that there is such trouble, what can I do if I can't breathe?

Iwakiri Shigekuma's face became more and more unattractive, but as the host, he rushed out immediately, reluctantly nodded, but first greeted a few people to drink tea, tasted it silently, and calmed down before continuing: "Foreign People’s attitudes are actually irrelevant. They hope to see us fight with the Chinese. From last year to now, they have supported a lot of industrial facilities on the opposite side. The impact on the empire is a big problem. Both of them are talented in the empire. The automobile industry On the other hand, please ask me a lot. In addition, we must find some plausible evidence. In terms of face, we must not be at a disadvantage."

It is the custom of the Japanese to speak in a subtle way. It is obviously to let these two guys quickly create some false evidence to deal with it. If there is a reason for a lawsuit or something, then there will be some military threats and tough methods. Find two Hanjians to publish If you look at the well-known universal values ​​and the like, this matter can be turned around and proved theoretically that the Chinese themselves are thieves and robbers, and the so-called patents are all floating clouds, so it will be nothing. I was supposed to settle the bill

"Yes, we will do our best to follow Your Excellency's wishes." Kiichiro Toyoda had a solid idea in his mind. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry came forward. What can't be solved?Let us reply within seven days?People want to go to Shanghai for trial?how is it possible

"Hehe, come and drink tea if you understand." Iwakiri Shigekuma's hospitable greeting is not at all like the usual stereotyped attitude

Ayokawa Yoshisuke's eyes were shining with annoyed light, staring at the gradually flying snowflakes outside for a moment, the corners of his mouth tightened, and two fierce tendons popped out of his forehead (to be continued)

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