"It's great. As long as there is oil, all kinds of machinery equipped with internal combustion engines can move. Moreover, the Xiaguan heard from Lu Tong that he also got something called asphalt from the oil. With this thing, a flatter road can be built. Is that true?"

Lin Wentao danced excitedly. For him, oil has always been a hurdle in his heart. Now Xiao Ming's words finally made him see hope.

Xiao Ming had a faint smile on his face. There is no doubt that the oil industry is an important threshold for a country to move towards modern industry.

Only after the establishment of the oil industry did the internal combustion engines play out their true value, and subsequently, machinery with various functions could further promote the development of the industry.

"I will solve the problem of oil. The most important thing you are to apply internal combustion engines to various machinery, such as various engineering machinery, road rollers, cranes, and excavators." Xiao Ming said seriously.

In fact, in contemporary history, steam excavators were invented by Americans in 1836, but the efficiency of steam-powered excavators was too low.

Therefore, Xiao Ming did not waste time on steam machinery, but directly put the excavator on the internal combustion engine. In this way, such an excavator can play its true role in large-scale projects.

After pausing, he continued: "In addition to this small manned car, you must also work hard on large transport vehicles to strive to improve the domestic transportation level as soon as possible."

"Yes, the emperor, the subordinates remember it." Lin Wentao said seriously. Although the internal combustion engine was successfully used, his task was still very heavy and he could not relax now.

Emphasizing the mission of the machinery factory, Xiao Ming rubbed his hands and said, "Since this car can operate normally, I won't let me try it today."

"Your Majesty, this is no problem. The official has driven this car many times, so there is absolutely no problem with safety." Lin Wentao said while patting his chest.

Qian Dafu was a little worried when he heard this, "Your Majesty, don't want this kind of risky behavior. The speed at this time is not low for 60 kilometers. If you can't control the vehicle, it will be very dangerous. After all, the situation is special now..."

Xiao Ming's eyes were gloomy. He understood Qian Dafu's meaning very well. The last time he frightened him to death when he was taking mortar shells in the military factory.

The Queen Mother and the Queen knew about this incident, Qian Dafu was scolded, so Qian Dafu is cautious everywhere now.

Because according to the current situation, if Xiao Ming has any accidents, the empire may soon fall apart.

Looking at the classic car in front of him, Xiao Ming sighed slightly and said, "Forget it, let the technicians perform."

Lin Wentao also came to his senses. There are many rumors in Qingzhou now, and he has heard some.

Called a driver over and said, "Driving the car out and performing it for the emperor."

In response, the technician entered the car and twisted the key to start the car. At the same time, Lin Wentao explained: "Prince, this car uses electric spark ignition, and the car can be started with a light turn."

Xiao Ming nodded. In the 19th century, the method of ignition of electric sparks was no longer uncommon. Since the popularity of electricity in Qingzhou, the use of electricity has also been developed. Now, scientific researchers in Qingzhou are mixing various technologies together, such as the next generation of ironclad ships will have radios for interconnectedness.

Everyone arrived outside the door, and the technicians were driving the car to speed on the road outside the machinery. In a short moment, the car ran around the machinery factory.

Seeing this, Xiao Ming nodded frequently. The speed of 60 kilometers per hour can be said to be a snail speed compared to modern times, but the empire in the 18th century was shocking and inspiring ghosts.

If this classic car is officially sold, the empire's transportation mode will undergo historic changes.

"Your Majesty, the technicians of the machinery factory discussed naming the first car Chitu. I wonder if the emperor is satisfied?"

"There is nothing wrong with Lu Bu in the human world and the red rabbit in the horse. Since that's the case, we will continue this red rabbit as a brand." Xiao Ming had a smile on his lips.

From then on, the Chinese Empire will have the world's first car brand, and this car brand will be destined to become famous all over the world.

"Kaz!"

While the two were chatting, the Chitu brand car stopped steadily in front of the two, and its excellent performance was fully demonstrated.

"Are the emperor still satisfied?" Lin Wentao was full of confidence.

Xiao Ming nodded slightly, and said, "I am now officially ordering 300 Red Tu cars from the machinery factory."

Lin Wentao smiled so hard that he couldn't see his eyes. Although the machinery factory was an official, the imperial court still had to pay for orders.

So, this means they get a big order, and with this funding, they can do more.

After watching the first car in the empire, Xiao Ming and Qian Dafu left the machinery factory under the protection of the imperial guards. When they returned to the palace, they immediately called Cui Shangan and asked him to supervise the war in Nanyang.

Now the oil collected by the Empire is only enough for experiments. If his 300 cars want to run, they must rely on overseas oil. Then it is crucial to open up routes to Persia and the Ottomans. He does not want to wait too long on this issue...

Boer City.

After a day and night of sailing, the Qingzhou fleet was loaded with angry Southeast Army soldiers to this small Dutch town located on the coast.

Compared with the magnificence of Jakarta, Bour City seems inconspicuous, but it is a trading node for the Netherlands to control the spices in Indonesia. Therefore, there are many Dutch merchant ships coming and going here. It is just because of the war that there is no longer the prosperity of the past and it seems deserted.

"According to the information provided by the Chinese in Nanyang, there are 300 Dutch soldiers stationed here, and it is easy to capture it." Yue Yun said to Lei Ming.

Nodded, Lei Ming said, "Even if I station three thousand I have to seize them, I will wait for the group of bastards to arrive."

After saying that, he shouted, "Log in and occupy Bour City."

After his words, two thousand soldiers rowed to the shore on the troop transport ship. In order to defend against danger, machine gunners are now lying in front of each troop transport ship. Once the enemy is discovered, the machine gun will ruthlessly strafuse the enemy.

Just like the information provided by Yue Yun, when the Imperial soldiers approached the coast, some sporadic gunfire sounded, and the Imperial soldiers immediately used machine guns to fight back.

Under the fierce firepower, the Dutch soldiers hiding behind the dock obstacles could not resist it at all. In just half an hour, the empire occupied the small town.

"Yue Yun, let's leave here for the time being. When you sweep the enemy warships on the route, we will go to Kolkata together." Lei Ming said, his early mission was to capture Jakarta and cut off the European coalition's supply points in Asia.
Chapter completed!