After divorce, I can hear the voice of the future

Chapter 760 Without an ideology, there is no business
Lu Liang returned to the mainland for three days, during which he stayed at the Tianxing Auto Park in Suzhou.

Tian Shu was launched in early May, and after four months of increasing production capacity, it reached its peak production capacity in September.

With four main automobile production lines and three backup production lines operating at full capacity, the daily production of 800 vehicles has been steadily increasing to date.

Despite the almost doubling of monthly deliveries, thanks to Lu Liang's recent moves and the support of its overseas brand, the number of domestic pre-orders for Tian Shu has not fallen below 100,000 units.

"President Lu, the production capacity of Tian Shu for this year has been sold out." Wang Xiaofeng was excited but also a little helpless. It was surprising that such a niche term would appear in the context of their car manufacturer.

But that is indeed the case. September is expected to deliver 2.55 units. If production is not increased, the delivery numbers for October, November and December will be very different. There are still 10.15 undelivered orders, which have already filled up the production capacity into next year.

"Have you taken the East Asian market into account?" Lu Liang asked, having just spoken with Ota Rei yesterday.

Thanks to his fame, Tian Shu performed well in the markets of countries such as Japan, Korea, and Singapore, with monthly sales of several hundred units.

All these scattered sales combined would amount to more than two thousand units per month, but this number is still not enough to open a separate right-hand drive production line.

It's time to let overseas fans get used to left-hand drive.

The arrogance of an international brand. (Hands on hips.jpg)
Wang Xiaofeng smiled wryly and said, "I was just about to tell you this. If we don't increase production, these overseas orders may not be delivered until next spring."

He doesn't have any foreign bias and treats all orders equally, on a first-come, first-served basis. There's no such thing as overseas orders being allowed to cut in line.

However, increasing production is now an urgent matter.

After all, the next model Tianxing Auto will release, the Yaoguang, is an SUV, which has always been a mainstream model in China.

While buying a car in China doesn't require emptying the wallets of six family members like buying a house, Chinese people still tend to consider their family's wishes when making a car purchase.

The kind of purchase made because one likes it.
Although they exist, they are definitely a minority.

Just like Tesla, whose best-selling model is the Model Y, the best-selling models among emerging electric vehicle manufacturers are also SUVs, such as Li Auto's L9, BYD's Song, Shenlan's 07, and WM Motor's EX5.

Although there are exceptions, such as BYD's Qin, it has been presumed by the market as a ride-hailing vehicle and is not included in the statistics.

With the upcoming launch of Tianxing Yaoguang, many leaked photos of its testing have already surfaced online.

This car has the same design as the Tian Shu, emphasizing a fashionable and sporty style, and has consistently generated a lot of discussion.

It can be said that as long as the price is right, it can definitely replicate the sales miracle of Tian Shu.

If that time really comes, they won't have any spare production lines to increase production.

"It seems that the second phase of the factory should also be put on the agenda."

Lu Liang looked thoughtful and decided to build a second-phase production base and purchase ten more production lines.

With pure electric sedans already available and pure electric SUVs about to hit the market, they should now begin developing range-extended electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, hybrids, and even internal combustion engines.

Wang Xiaofeng gasped: "Do we really need to develop internal combustion engines?"

Currently, five main types of energy vehicles are popular in the market.

The first is pure oil, which is a traditional gasoline-powered vehicle.

The second is hybrid, specifically plug-in hybrid, which uses a large engine and a small electric motor. Representative automakers include Honda, Toyota, and Lincoln.

The third is range extender, also known as range-extended hybrid, which features a small engine and a large electric motor. This is represented by automakers such as Li Auto, as well as emerging brands like DeepBlue and Leapmotor.

Fourth is plug-in hybrid, a dual-system vehicle with a large engine and a large electric motor, represented by automaker BYD.

Fifth is pure electric, with large batteries and large motors, represented by automakers like Tesla and their Tianxing.

He could understand the development of hybrid systems, although there was relatively little research and development in this area in China, hybrids are currently the mainstream technology in the overseas market.

But developing internal combustion engines...

Lu Liang is known as the father of domestic new energy vehicles. Although this is controversial, it is enough to show his pivotal position in the industry.

They were doing a great job promoting it before, but now they've suddenly started developing internal combustion engines. It's a complete reversal of their original vision, and it's no exaggeration to say their image has collapsed.

Lu Liang couldn't help but chuckle and said with a smile, "This project can be developed quietly, there's no need to rush, just get a budget of a few hundred million each year."

He paused for a few seconds and said softly, "Internal combustion engines and transmission technology are not necessary, but they are indispensable."

Lu Liang believed from beginning to end that
Without a ideology, there is no business.

Upholding environmentalism and developing new energy sources are essentially aimed at industrial upgrading and seizing the market for high-end manufacturing.

Taking the ideal range extender, BYD's plug-in hybrid, as an example, if it is truly for environmental protection, then the market can only have pure electric vehicles.

But no,
These two car companies will continue to receive subsidies and support as they are entitled to.

Because they have all completed the country's task of developing new energy sources. For example, some of the people who previously bought BMW and Mercedes-Benz imported luxury cars have now bought Li Auto, and some of the people who previously bought Honda and Toyota have now bought BYD.

If they can meet this target, then they are legitimate new energy vehicle companies.

Therefore, the type of energy used has never been the key factor.

When the penetration rate of new energy vehicles reaches 50% or more, which is when electricity prices are high, the purchase tax exemption will be abolished.

When that time comes, there will be true equal rights for oil and electricity. Companies that only develop pure electric vehicles are destined to walk on one leg.

Tianxing Motors is valued at $480 billion, and could easily raise several billion dollars if they launch a funding round.

Currently, the only expenses are the construction of the second-phase factory and the procurement of spare parts. Including the purchase of production lines, the cost will be at most $30 billion.

Once GM Tianxing builds its factory in Germany and goes public independently, its cash reserves will only continue to grow.

If you have money, you should plan ahead and be prepared for any eventuality.

“Only visible funds are real funds, Mr. Lu. The finance department is practically broke right now.” Financial Director Liu Pei, like a ghost, suddenly appeared beside Lu Liang and whispered in his ear.

Lu Liang took a half step back, glared at him, and said, "That's why I came back this time to solve the funding problem."

He said, "Mr. Wang and Mr. Hu, let's make an announcement: Tianxing Auto will launch its Series E financing round on the 20th of this month, raising $80 billion, which will be used for the construction of the second-phase factory and the research and development of some technologies."

The new car, Yaoguang, was launched on the afternoon of the 18th.

Two days is enough time for the capital market to see that Tian Shu's success is by no means accidental.

"Okay, I'll go prepare it."

Liu Pei nodded in response, then floated away like a ghost, feeling as if his heels hadn't touched the ground.

Has he always been this scary?

Lu Liang was both amused and exasperated, while Wang Xiaofeng and Hu Weiwei were speechless. They exchanged a glance and chose to remain silent.

Liu Pei used to be very cheerful and talkative, but unfortunately, he met the wrong person. His boss made grandiose promises every day, but didn't care about the consequences.

Unlike Tianxing Investment, Tianxing Auto has plenty of cash in its accounts that it can squander at will, so over time it has turned into this awful state.

"That's all for now. Everyone go about their business. I'll just wander around by myself." Lu Liang coughed lightly, knowing he was in the wrong, and waved to end the meeting.

After leaving the office building, Lu Liang took a sightseeing bus inside the park to the vehicle assembly workshop.

"Good afternoon, Mr. Lu." "Mr. Lu, have you eaten yet?"

Along the way, we encountered many employees taking their lunch break, and they all had smiles on their faces, waving and greeting us.

Although the production department generally implements a 24-hour two-shift system, the daily working hours are as high as ten hours.

But just like the words in front of the flowerbed at the entrance of the park, one day, you will thank yourself for your hard work.

Taking frontline employees as an example, including only team leaders, but excluding line leaders and supervisors, there are a total of 4223 people.

The average monthly salary is 11,800 yuan, with 14 months' salary per year, and an extra month's salary as a bonus at mid-year and year-end.

As a result, Lu Liang is often criticized by those old guys for maliciously offering high salaries, which is detrimental to the development of the industry.

But he didn't see anything wrong with it.
You reap what you sow; that's perfectly normal.

You can't just pay them three or four thousand and then criticize today's young people for not working hard enough.

That doesn't make sense.

"Mr. Lu, I'm here."

Zhuo Yifan walked to the side of the road and waved to greet them.

I hadn't seen him for a few months, and he had gotten even darker. But unlike last year when he was out in the sun and wind running around the market, his current skin tone looked more like pigmentation from staying up late all the time.

Lu Liang sighed softly, reached out and patted Zhuo Yifan's shoulder, asking, "Have you had lunch yet?"

He suddenly felt a little sad. The fair-skinned, bright student he once was could only be found in his memories now.

"Not yet." Zhuo Yifan chuckled, his stomach rumbling at just the right moment. He scratched the back of his head sheepishly.

"Get in the car, let's find a place to eat and chat." Lu Liang waved.

Zhuo Yifan nodded and quickly boarded the sightseeing bus. At the same time, he made a phone call to the workshop director to inform him that he might be late for work in the afternoon.

"You're probably tired of eating in the cafeteria every day. Let me take you out for something nice to eat." Lu Liang asked Xu Jiawei to call Fang Shiyu to prepare the car.

After half an hour,
The group of people arrived at Jinji Lake Restaurant.

Lu Liang ordered a table full of dishes and listened to Zhuo Yifan recount his experiences in the workshop over the past few months while they ate.

Lu Liang listened attentively, occasionally nodding in agreement, and then added food to Zhuo Yifan's bowl: "Let's eat first."

"Thank you, Mr. Lu." Zhuo Yifan buried his head in his rice, his manner quite fierce, which showed that he was really hungry.

After the meal, the two drank tea and chatted.

Lu Liang asked softly, "Tell me about your plans for the future. Don't be shy. Just tell me where you think you can go. You only get one chance, so make the most of it."

Zhuo Yifan may not have the same natural talent as Wen Chao, but he is hardworking and knows how to make up for his lack of natural talent with diligence.

When we sent him to Edinburgh, he stayed there for several months. Afterwards, he went to run the market without knowing anything and completed the 225 store plan.

Wen Chao, the first-generation secretary, has already become a rising star in East Asian finance. Zhuo Yifan, the second-generation secretary, should also take off.

Zhuo Yifan thought for a long time and said in a deep voice, "President Lu, there are some things in the workshop that I haven't figured out yet. I'd like to stay for a few more months."

"And then?" Lu Liang nodded slightly.

Zhuo Yifan glanced at Lu Liang, encouraged, and revealed a determined look in his eyes: "Next spring, I will go to the purchasing department to contact suppliers and understand the specific matters of purchasing. In the second half of next year, I will go to the marketing department... and finally to the administration department."

His plan was to take things one step at a time, rotating through various departments of Tianxing Auto to understand their operating rules, and eventually replace Wang Xiaofeng as the head of Tianxing Auto.

Lu Liang brewed tea and smiled with satisfaction: "It's good that you have a plan. Give me a call when you've had enough of the workshop, and I'll have Wang Xiaofeng transfer you to the purchasing department."

"Thank you, Mr. Lu." Zhuo Yifan was overjoyed and quickly stood up to bow deeply to Lu Liang.

Clearly, Lu Liang supported his plan and didn't think there was anything wrong with him having this idea.

(End of this chapter)