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Chapter 86 Special Invitation

You can make a rough judgement on whether a person has something in his stomach by just a little communication.

If the content of the communication is professional knowledge, a conclusion can basically be reached quickly.

Obviously, Jiang Hui's wonderful commentary in Chinese and English completely conquered everyone.

Edward couldn't wait to invite everyone in front of him, saying, "Jiang, are you interested in coming to GM to exchange ideas and learn?"

"Now that our two sides are in close cooperation negotiations on some projects, it is only natural to invite some technical talents from China to come to GM for exchanges and learning."

In Edward's view, by inviting Jiang Hui in such a public occasion, he was building momentum for Jiang Hui.

Of course, this is also because General Motors has a sense of superiority when looking at the Chinese automobile industry and does whatever it wants.

After hearing this, Jiang Hui immediately looked at the two big guys, Zheng Haiming and Qin Hao.

However, as a leader, he managed his facial expressions very well and there was no unusual expression on his face.

"Mr. Edward, I am an employee of the Capital Automobile Manufacturing Plant. Everything will be subject to the arrangements of the plant."

After entering the communication session, Jiang Hui did not continue speaking English and gave the translation opportunity back to others.

This change also made the leaders of the First Ministry of Machine Building look at Jiang Hui with a higher regard.

“Do you think it’s difficult to design the exterior of a new car model?”

Edward knew that it would be fruitless to continue arguing with Jiang Hui about whether or not to go to General Motors for exchanges and study at this time, so he threw out the bait first and talked about it later.

Now he is ready to continue testing the waters to see if Jiang Hui's design is a flash of inspiration in addition to the appearance of the new BJ212, or if this is the beginning of genius.

Judging from the international design masters, they often have a series of classic works.

If Jiang Hui is really a genius designer, General Motors will definitely not give up easily.

"We Chinese have a saying that goes 'Those who are difficult cannot do it, and those who are able to do it have it easy'. I think this is very appropriate when applied to car exterior design."

"What Capital Automobile Manufacturing Plant needs most at the moment is a modified version of the BJ212, so I designed the new BJ212."

"If our factory needs to produce sedans, pickup trucks or other models in the future, then the models I design will naturally be the ones the factory needs."

Jiang Hui vaguely felt that an opportunity seemed to be in front of him.

This opportunity was not to study at General Motors, but other opportunities.

So he doesn't intend to hide his shortcomings.

"Xiao Jiang is not only the exterior designer of our new BJ212, he is actually the chief designer of this car."

"His university graduation project was to design a brand new 4MT manual transmission."

"Recently, we have also guided our engine manufacturers to increase engine power and reduce engine fuel consumption."

“At the same time, he also provided guidance on the design of various parts such as chassis, interior and exterior trim, and body.”

Zheng Haiming was naturally very happy that someone from his factory had become so famous.

Anyway, no matter how dazzling Jiang Hui is, it will only bring him benefits and no harm.

At this time, he naturally had to help Jiang Hui promote himself.

To a certain extent, promoting Jiang Hui is promoting the Capital Automobile Manufacturing Plant.

"Jiang, is this true?"

"You not only understand the design of car exteriors, but also the design of gearboxes, engines and other parts?"

Austin was a little stimulated at this time.

He also worked his way up from an automotive engineer to the position of design director of General Motors.

But he was mainly responsible for engine-related design work, and he only had a vague understanding of many other things.

But looking at Jiang Hui's expression, that didn't seem to be the case at all.

This is a versatile person. In China, where the automobile industry is so backward, there is such a great person.

If General Motors poaches these people, wouldn't it be able to shine brightly on the new platform?

"If you understand one law, you will understand all laws."

"As long as you learn the mechanical principles well, you will find that the design logic of many things is the same."

"I don't think the design of the engine or the gearbox is that difficult."

The situation has developed to this point, Jiang Hui certainly cannot be careless.

Even though some people in the First Ministry of Machine Building and Capital Automobile Manufacturing Plant did not agree with what he said, he had to continue speaking.

Of course, he really had the confidence to say so.

Otherwise, it would be very uncomfortable to be roasted on the fire from behind.

"Jiang, do you have time these days?"

"I would like to invite you to the Capital Hotel so that we can have a good exchange."

"This time we brought a lot of information related to the global automotive industry. I think you might be interested."

Austin also knew that there were some things that could not be discussed in depth in public.

Moreover, we are here for inspection today, and we cannot simply communicate with Jiang Hui while being watched by a group of people.

That's why a special invitation was sent out.

After hearing what Austin said, Jiang Hui did not answer directly, but turned his head to look at Zheng Haiming.

In this day and age, it is very easy to get into trouble if you casually interact with foreigners.

Especially since General Motors is currently negotiating with the First Ministry of Machine Building, if it involves some kind of "leakage" or something like that, it would be like mud falling into your crotch, which would be shit at best.

In later times, such worries may be completely unnecessary.

But it was now October 1978, and even that important meeting had not yet been held.

Jiang Hui felt that there was nothing wrong with being cautious.

He has a beautiful wife waiting for him at home.

"Xiao Jiang, since Mr. Austin wants to have a good discussion with you about the global automotive industry and various technical issues, then go ahead."

Zheng Haiming thought about it for a moment and felt that there would be no harm in letting Jiang Hui get in touch with the people from General Motors.

Anyway, he is an employee of the Capital Automobile Manufacturing Plant. As long as the factory doesn't let him go, Jiang Hui can't do anything special in this era.

Qin Hao and Zheng Zhengqing from the First Ministry of Machine Building looked at each other and said nothing.

However, they knew that if Jiang Hui had such contact with General Motors, then it would definitely be inappropriate to invite him to join the negotiation team.

Of course, after Jiang Hui finishes communicating with the people from GM, it is still necessary to find him to understand the situation and see if he can figure out GM’s ideas.

"Jiang, your leaders have approved it. So let's meet at 6 o'clock tonight in the lobby on the first floor of the Capital Hotel?"

After hearing the translator finish translating Zheng Haiming's words, Austin immediately set the time for the first communication.

In response, Jiang Hui nodded and did not object.

"Chairman Murphy, we have almost finished touring the new BJ212 clay model. Do you want to visit the production workshop of the Capital Automobile Manufacturing Plant next?"

At this point, Qin Hao, director of the Automobile Bureau, began to bring the topic back to the normal track.

Jiang Hui’s task for today is almost completed.

After all, if you visit a factory, Capital Automobile Manufacturing Plant has professional tour guides, and they can definitely explain better than Jiang Hui.

(End of this chapter)