Chapter 1525 People should do what they do best.

"The First Plant won't lose, right? I've compared the R&D situation of Southwest Heavy Truck and the First Plant. Southwest Heavy Truck only has a few dozen technicians, including only a dozen engineers, while the First Plant has over a thousand technicians."

After being taken aback by Li Ye's question, Dong Shan frowned and pondered for a long time, still not believing that Li Ye would lose.

But Li Ye repeated his earlier question: "What if we lose? Southwest Heavy Truck is using a 'skin-changing' approach; all the parts have been in mass production for four years."

Four years of practical testing should have been enough to resolve all the fatal flaws, but the Kamaz project at Plant 1 had only just entered the road test phase, so it was perfectly normal for problems to arise.

Therefore, comparing and testing the prototypes of the two manufacturers is fundamentally unfair. More importantly, if we adopt Southwest Heavy Truck's technical solution, we will be at their mercy.

We gather hundreds or even thousands of people to conduct research and development for long-term development, to keep the initiative in our own hands. But in the end, we end up just doing contract manufacturing for others? What was the point of all this?

Is it better to lose money but gain publicity, or to achieve superficial success to embellish one's reputation?

Li Ye's last words were quite aggressive.

The "re-skinned" prototype that Shang Bin came up with was originally a fraudulent project to deceive superiors and subordinates. If you, Dong Shan, also support this plan, then you are not doing anything of substance; you are just here to gain prestige and promotion.

However, after hearing Li Ye's sarcastic remarks, Dong Shan smiled and said, "Li Ye, is that what you're worried about? Then you've really misunderstood."

The comparative test I'm referring to is a comprehensive test, which involves analyzing and comparing various aspects such as technology and cost. The actual test mileage is estimated to be only a few dozen kilometers.

I consulted Wu Yan the day before yesterday, and he said that the prototype vehicle would definitely be able to travel several hundred kilometers without any problems, so your worries are unnecessary.

"Don't worry, Li Ye. Once the technical solution from the First Plant wins, I'll work with Southwest Heavy Truck to unify the technical solution, expand production scale, and reduce production costs."

Li Ye: "."

I'm speechless.

Li Ye was truly surprised to find that the comparative test Dong Shan mentioned was just a formality.

The test results are not important; the judges' opinions are the final deciding factor. This is not a competition between cars, but a war between people.

Li Ye smiled and then said, "Old Dong, if I'm not mistaken, Wu Yan told you 'it should be fine to drive several hundred kilometers,' not 'it should definitely be fine to drive several hundred kilometers,' right?"

Dong Shan was taken aback, then thought about it carefully and nodded, saying, "It really is. What, did Wu Yan tell you about this?"

“No,” Li Ye shook his head and said, “but I know Wu Yan. He’s always been very meticulous when it comes to technical matters.”

A car that has traveled hundreds of kilometers is unlikely to be 100% problem-free. Even if there's a 99.9% chance it won't break down, there's still a possibility. Even a low probability is still a probability, and once a problem does occur, the consequences are unbearable.

Li Ye said earnestly, "Dong Shan, you should know how much effort I put in bringing the Kamas project back from Su'e and organizing personnel for research and development."

The R&D investment in the first branch factory has now exceeded ten million yuan, and tens of thousands of workers are waiting to start production. Therefore, I can do without seeking support or help from others, but I absolutely cannot tolerate any risk. I can carry out this project myself, so why should I compete with the technical solutions from the Southwest?

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Dong Shanzhen never expected that Li Ye would reject her suggestion.

People should do what they are good at. Li Ye's greatest skill in life is making money, so he used his ample funds to bring the branch factory to its current scale.

Dong Shan also chose the method he was best at, after all, his ability to get to where he is now is not to be underestimated.

What if Li Ye and Dong Shan run into each other?

Even if Dong Shan was humble and made tempting promises, Li Ye didn't trust him when he proposed to make a prototype comparison.

Li Ye's last sentence was even more blunt: "I can continue my research without anyone's help, so it's best if we keep to ourselves."

Jicheng Heavy Truck has a very strong network of connections. If something unexpected happens during the prototype testing process, Li Ye will inevitably be put in a passive position.

The "birth certificate" for heavy trucks requires approval from above. If your branch factory's technical solution is lost, what's the point of producing them?

Dong Shan pondered for a long time, then looked at Li Ye and said, "Li Ye, although we haven't known each other for very long, I feel we are kindred spirits, both wanting to contribute to the strength of this country."

Southwest Heavy Truck is a decades-old factory, and I hope to revitalize it like the Light Truck Company did. Therefore, I am willing to sincerely learn from you.”

Dong Shan spoke very sincerely, but Li Ye just smiled gently.

Dong Shan and Li Ye were destined to be on different paths, because Li Ye's style was to get things done, not to engage in empty talk, and he would not tolerate any dirty or illegal activities.

However, Dong Shan's path dependence is completely different from Li Ye's.

So Dong Shan drank quite a bit with Li Ye, but in the end he only received some blessings and polite words from Li Ye.

...

After parting ways with Dong Shan, Li Ye still felt uneasy. After thinking it over, he dialed the phone number of his father-in-law, Wen Qingsheng.

"Dad, are you asleep?"

"How could I answer your call if I was asleep? Tell me, did something urgent happen?"

Li Ye usually consults with Wen Leyu first when he has something to say, so when Wen Qingsheng received Li Ye's call, he felt it was no small matter.

"Nothing important, just something I can't figure out."

Wen Qingsheng's tone immediately lightened: "Can't figure it out? Then come over and let's have a chat, just the two of us!"

"Okay, I'll head over now."

Li Ye went straight to his father-in-law's house, and when he arrived, he found Teacher Ke and Wen Qingsheng waiting for him on the sofa.

"Dad, Mom, I'm so sorry to bother you so late. It's like this..."

Li Ye recounted the events of the past two days in detail, emphasizing the issue of Ma Zhaoxian, because he didn't know how to treat Ma Zhaoxian in the future.

After all, Ma Zhaoxian had concealed something from Li Ye about this incident, and it was also unknown whether Wen Qingsheng was aware of it.

If Wen Qingsheng was also unaware, then Li Ye could no longer treat Ma Zhaoxian with the same openness as before!

However, after listening, Wen Qingsheng said calmly, "Li Ye, when you promote someone, it's not to make them risk their lives for you, but to give them more options in the future. Over the years, Lao Ma's support for you has actually exceeded my expectations."

Teacher Ke smiled and said, "That's right, Li Ye. It's been seven years. Your father gave Ma Zhaoxian a chance, and Ma Zhaoxian has been protecting you for seven years. That debt of gratitude has long been repaid."

Li Ye was stunned.

Looking back on his journey, Li Ye realized that he had benefited from Ma Zhaoxian's protection and care on many occasions; otherwise, he would have been suppressed by the factory director, Niu Hongzhang, and others long ago.

So, is it a bit too much for Li Ye to still harbor resentment towards Ma Zhaoxian at this moment?

But after thinking about it, Li Ye asked seriously, "Then, do I still need to unconditionally support Uncle Ma in the future?"

It's true that Ma Zhaoxian has always protected Li Ye, but Li Ye has also created countless "achievements" for Ma Zhaoxian, enabling him to rise to his current position. So Li Ye wants to know if he should continue to fully support Ma Zhaoxian in the future.

Or, to put it another way, should Ma Zhaoxian be treated as a "relative" or an "ally" in the future?

Hahaha~

Teacher Ke and Wen Qingsheng both laughed, and then Teacher Ke said, "I told you to learn how to interact with people two years ago, haven't you learned it yet?"

Wen Qingsheng added, "Forget it, this child is too sentimental; he won't learn to be like this anytime soon, and there's nothing wrong with that."

Teacher Ke smiled and said to Li Ye, "Interests are mutual. You're not a child anymore. You need to learn how to exchange and weigh interests. You can choose not to gain an advantage, but you can't afford to suffer a loss."

(End of this chapter)