Rebirth in 1984: Beginning with Han Card Development

What happens to the future when humanity loses its imagination?

That slogan created a sensation during the summer of 1984.

Back then, computers couldn't support Chinese input and co...

Chapter 241 Investing in Daimler-Benz

Brent Charles hesitated for a moment, but considering the orders worth at least $5 billion and Wujiang Group's influence in China, it was reasonable for Tiangong Technology to take a 60% stake.

“No problem, we can agree!” Brent Charles nodded. “We’ll discuss the details later. The biggest point of contention right now is that your company wants a 30% stake in Daimler. I will convene a board meeting to discuss this with representatives of all major shareholders, and then inform you of the decision regarding Daimler!”

“Yes, Mr. Charles, I’ll wait for your good news.”

Fan Boming and his entourage then bid farewell and left Daimler.

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The following day, Daimler held a board meeting and had a heated discussion about Tiangong Technology's investment.

It's difficult to make a decision in a short time.

On the one hand, they were worried about giving up too many shares, and on the other hand, they did not want to lose Wujiang Group, a major backer and client.

Meanwhile, Tiangong Technology's motorcycles had officially entered the European market.

European distributors all attached great importance to this cooperation and spared no effort in promoting Tiangong Technology's motorcycles.

At the same time, Wujiang Group also used internet resources to promote Tiangong Technology's motorcycles extensively. Various cool pictures and advertising videos appeared online, and forums were filled with praise articles and popular science tidbits, which directly hyped up Tiangong Technology's motorcycles.

In addition, Wujiang Group has millions of fans in Europe. When they learned that "Chitu Ma Motorcycle", "Wuzhui Ma Motorcycle" and "Zhanma Motorcycle" were all products of Wujiang Group, they rushed to buy them.

Speaking of which, after ten years of development, Wujiang Group's fans have become incredibly loyal and dedicated, far surpassing Apple fans.

The motorcycle became a hit in Europe on its first day of release.

In the following days, sales remained astonishing. The "Warhorse Motorcycle," "Red Hare Motorcycle," and "Black Steed Motorcycle" became popular in Europe, taking the top three spots in European motorcycle sales.

The fire involving the Tiangong Technology motorcycle caused a sensation at Daimler.

This made them realize the unparalleled influence of the Wujiang Group!

Currently, Daimler is not without competitors, such as BMW and Volkswagen, which are strong rivals.

If Daimler fails to reach a cooperation agreement with Tiangong Technology, then Tiangong Technology may turn to BMW and Volkswagen for cooperation, which would undoubtedly have disastrous consequences.

At this time, Fan Boming and others did indeed have plans to contact BMW and Volkswagen.

Daimler is the first choice; if a cooperation cannot be reached, then as a second choice, they will try BMW and Volkswagen.

In fact, BMW and Volkswagen were also alarmed when they saw Tiangong Technology's motorcycles become a hit in Europe.

All car manufacturers know the purpose of Tiangong Technology's visit to Europe.

The news that Fan Boming and his team went to Daimler for negotiations was thoroughly known to BMW and Volkswagen.

Putting aside everything else, the $5 billion order from Wujiang Group to the joint venture alone has made many European car companies extremely interested.

However, they don't produce trucks and buses, so they probably won't get that many orders. But car orders are good. Wujiang Group wants to provide cars for its senior executives and give bonuses to its employees, which will amount to at least tens of thousands of cars. The resulting hype will surely cause a sensation around the world, thereby enhancing the value of the car brand.

Look, even the world's most prestigious companies use this kind of car for their executives, which means that this car is high-end, classy, ​​and the only choice for successful enterprises.

From now on, will this car still have to worry about sales?

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At this point, BMW, Volkswagen, and other automakers sent people to contact Fan Boming and his group.

Its goal is to replace Daimler and to cooperate with Tiangong Technology.

Upon hearing the news, Daimler's major shareholders immediately panicked!

If BMW, Volkswagen, and Tiangong Technology were to reach a cooperation agreement, Daimler would be in serious trouble.

Switzerland.

Volvo Group shareholders are utterly bewildered.

They promised to acquire us, but now it seems they've forgotten about us.

They look down on us now?

Don't we have any pride?

Looking at Tiangong Technology stirring up the European automotive industry, Volvo Group CEO Gary Mathilda was speechless for a moment: "Alas, just as I thought, after Tiangong Technology partnered with other car companies, Volvo lost its value..."

Volvo cars are outperformed by Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen in Europe.

Trucks and buses can't compare to Mercedes.

Tiangong Technology will naturally choose to cooperate with the strong.

If Tiangong Technology reaches a cooperation agreement with Daimler, Volvo Group's market share in trucks and buses will likely plummet.

Gary Matilda stood by the office window, his brow furrowed, gazing into the distance, filled with worry about the future of the Volvo Group.

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(End of this chapter)