Romanian Eagle

Edel thought about the logistics of the car group of later generations. When he was watching TV in his previous life, when he talked about logistics supplies, there would be a picture of a long line of trucks driving on the road. Edel called the captain of the guard Carust and asked him to check the current car development. Since Carl Friedrich Benz built the world's first car in 1885, the automotive field has been booming, but now the car is still too expensive and can only be a toy for the rich and aristocratic. Not much for the army.

But first need money, Edel came to the office of Carroll I and saw Prime Minister Stuerley also.

Your Excellency the Prime Minister. Edel greeted the Prime Minister. Prime Minister Stuart nodded and saluted Edel, and the crown prince saw that the old king was fascinated by the telegram.

Is there any news from father? Edel asked.

The government wants to borrow money because of its tight finances. Eder knows this is because he reorganizes the army and buys industrial equipment. It seems that he can't squeeze the government's finances, Edel thought and did not speak. Stuerley saw that the crown prince did not speak, knew the embarrassment of the crown prince, and said to King Carroll. Your Majesty, let me come over another day.

Edel said to Old King Carroll after watching the Prime Minister leave. Father, I plan to build an automobile factory. The old king asked, Why? I think this way. Now the horses used in the logistics and transportation of the army consume three times the number of people every day, and it is easy to reduce the number of people when maneuvering. The marching speed depends entirely on the horse's daily walking speed. The most important thing is that the farther it travels, the slower it goes, and the faster the transport capacity dissipates. However, the car does not have this concern, and can usually transport domestic materials. For many places without railways, it is a problem for the economy. great help.”

Then how much are you going to invest in this. The old king asked, 500,000 pounds is enough. Edel said. I'll let the chief prepare the money, you can do it. Carol I was still very concerned about the army, and he agreed with the crown prince's proposal with a wave of his hand, which made Edel very satisfied.

Back in the room, after Eder's overall consideration of the current major car-producing countries, the United Kingdom, France, Germany and the United States, the United Kingdom can eliminate the specialization of aristocratic cars. non-compliant. France is now all workshops, don't need to think about it, Germany is now able to make them unable to produce it by themselves, the United States? Eder thought of a person who can find the best car leader to build his own car, and his concept is very suitable for the appetite of the crown prince, Standard Oil can think of a way. Eder asked Standard Oil to contact Ford on his behalf to jointly invest in a company that makes heavy-duty trucks.

The radio waves traveled across the ocean to the United States, and then turned to Henry Ford's desk in Detroit. For Ford, which is still building the Model A, it's a big opportunity to get out of the Selden Syndicate's patent tangle. (In the United States, the automobile patent was in the hands of Selden Syndicate, and every automobile produced by the automobile company had to pay him the patent fee. Ford did not secretly produce it.)

It is a big matter related to this small company. Henry Ford did not dare to decide by himself. He called 10 investors to discuss the good news. Everyone was excited about the good news. Profit, there is no reason to refuse.

Within two days, Edel received a telegram from Ford in person. In the telegram, Henry Ford agreed to build a car factory with the crown prince. In order to better negotiate this contract, he would come to negotiate in person.

More than 20 days later, Ford and his assistant met Edel. His Royal Highness is very pleased to meet you. Henry Ford and his assistant said after a slight salute, Mr. Henry Ford is very happy that you can come in person. Edel walked to Ford and said to him. His Royal Highness doesn't know what to do with what you said in the telegram to jointly create a car factory. Ford asked straight to the point.

I'm going to invest £500,000 to build this factory,

Mr. Ford, you can invest 20% of the shares with technology. This will build the largest car factory in Europe. Your task is to design a car that is reasonably priced, simple to maintain, easy to use, and has a load of 1.5 tons. You have technicians to guide the workers in operating the machine, and we will send people to Ford to learn your ideas. I don't think Mr. Henry Ford would turn down the offer.

It's a surprise for Ford, which doesn't produce a Model T yet, and the crown prince's concept is also very much to his liking. It’s just that the car focuses on manning into cargo. Now Ford’s entire company is less than 200,000. The joint venture alone has nearly tripled Ford’s assets. It was a good deal in every way, and Henry Ford was a little undecided just because he was so good.

Can His Highness Edel let me think about it for two days? Ford asked the crown prince, and Edel reflected that he was anxious and scared Henry Ford. Okay, Mr. Ford, think about it first. After Ford and his assistant left, Edel blamed himself for being too selfish recently.

After walking out of the palace, the assistant asked Henry Ford, Why didn't the president agree? The conditions are so good that God will be moved when he sees it. Ford replied, It's just too exciting, but I don't think it's real enough. Let's go back and study it again. The Crown Prince's conditions. Ford and his assistants returned to the residence to study Edel's conditions overnight.

Two days later Edel saw red-eyed Henry Ford and his assistant again. Mr. Henry Ford doesn't look like you are in good spirits, do you need a break? Edel looked at them with concern, which made Henry Ford and his assistant a little embarrassed. Your Highness, I have a lot of energy, and I have never been so full of energy. Mr. Ford replied with certainty.

That's good, I wonder if Mr. Ford has considered the proposal two days ago? Edel asked the topic that he cared most about. His Royal Highness is very satisfied with that proposal. I think this is an affirmation of Ford. Henry Ford said firmly.

The crown prince announced two days later that he would build Europe's largest car factory with Ford, selling the Model A and planned trucks. The funds all come from the Romanian royal family. Ford will provide 20% of the shares in technology and personnel, and the royal family will account for 80%. Ford will have new models in the future. The new company will have priority in European authorized production. Ford will hold shares if sold The royal family has the right of first refusal, and the company name is Volkswagen.