Li points out that the B-segment accounts for roughly 30% of European car sales, half of which are hatchbacks. While Chinese consumers strongly favour large, expansive vehicles, European geography demands a completely different approach. While passenger car fleets can slowly adapt to charging stops, the light commercial vehicle (LCV) sector faces a much harsher financial reality. The primary sticking point holding back massive commercial vehicle adoption is the severe productivity penalty of mid-shift charging. BYD is preparing to directly disrupt this space with a dedicated family of electric commercial vans built around ultra-fast ‘flash charging’ technology.