If you’re looking to lease a van with Chapter 8 chevrons, you’ve come to the right place. At Commercial Vehicle Contracts, we specialise in supplying fully Chapter 8-compliant vehicles to businesses and contractors across the UK.
Whether you operate a single service van, manage a fleet of pickups, or run an entire operation of dropsides, tippers, Lutons, or specialist vehicles, our team can apply Chapter 8 chevrons as part of your bespoke vehicle conversion. This means your vehicle is delivered fully prepared, fully compliant, and ready to head straight to its first job — saving you time, money, and the admin hassle of arranging installation separately.
Our Chapter 8 chevron kits are professionally installed to meet current Traffic Signs Manual requirements, ensuring your workforce is visible and protected when operating on highways, construction sites, or during roadside maintenance.
With flexible lease terms, competitive pricing, and exceptional customer service, we make it easy for you to equip your fleet with the safety features required to keep your business running efficiently — and safely.
What is Chapter 8?
Chapter 8 is part of the UK Traffic Signs Manual, also known as the Red Book, issued by the Department for Transport (DfT). It outlines official traffic management and safety guidance for temporary works and roadside operations, including specific vehicle marking standards.
The goal of Chapter 8 is to improve visibility and safety for road workers, contractors, and the general public by ensuring that all vehicles working on or near highways are clearly marked and easily identifiable.
Is Chapter 8 legally required in the UK?
While Chapter 8 is not currently a legal requirement, it is widely regarded as best practice. Most highway authorities and local councils will not permit vehicles on site unless they are fully Chapter 8 compliant.
In practice, this means that any vehicle used for roadside, highway, or construction work should display the correct Chapter 8 markings to ensure worker safety and reduce legal liability.
Failure to comply may increase the risk of collisions, and if a vehicle without proper safety markings is involved in an accident, the operator or owner could face legal and insurance consequences.
Why lease a Chapter 8–compliant vehicle?
Leasing a van that’s already Chapter 8 compliant offers a number of practical advantages:
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Instant readiness: Your vehicle arrives fully compliant and ready for work.
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Time and cost savings: Avoid the hassle of organising decals and installation yourself.
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Professional installation: All markings are applied to industry standards by qualified technicians.
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Flexible options: Choose from pickups, dropsides, tippers, or bespoke conversions.
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Peace of mind: Operate safely and meet regulatory expectations on every job.
At Commercial Vehicle Contracts, we can also fit additional safety equipment such as amber beacons, light bars, reflective side strips, and Chapter 8 signage, ensuring your vehicle meets even the strictest highway requirements.
Stay safe and compliant with Commercial Vehicle Contracts
Chapter 8 compliance is a key aspect of road safety and professional fleet operation. Ensuring your vehicles are properly marked not only reduces the risk of accidents but also enhances your business reputation and credibility when working on public roads.
Our experienced team can help you:
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Select the right vehicle for your line of work
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Add the appropriate Chapter 8 markings and equipment
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Deliver your van fully compliant and ready to operate anywhere in the UK
With our customisation services, flexible leasing options, and nationwide delivery, you can trust us to keep your business moving — safely and efficiently.
What markings are required for Chapter 8 compliance?
To comply with Chapter 8, vehicles must display a series of high-visibility reflective markings designed to make them more noticeable in all lighting and weather conditions. These include:
Fluorescent yellow retro reflective striping
This shouldn't be less than 50mm wide along the length of the vehicle or the vehicle should be of a conspicuous colour (white or yellow).
Highway maintenance labels or motorway maintenance labelling
Vehicles operating on motorways must have text a minimum of 70mm high for temporary traffic management vehicles. This is followed by 140mm for all other vehicles carrying personnel or equipment.
Reflective door strips
An amount of red reflective tape must be on all rear-facing edges of doors, guardrails and equipment lockers.
Reflective red and fluorescent yellow chevrons
Chapter 8 chevrons should cover the rear-facing portion of the vehicle as much as possible for vehicles forming part of the roadworks.
Additional markings
Any device mounted on the vehicle (e.g. cherry picker bucket) may obscure rear-facing high visibility markings. If that's the case, you should also apply high Chapter 8 signage to the face of any attached device.
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