Chapter 8 chevrons are rear markings of alternating red and fluorescent yellow retroreflective material, with the chevrons pointing upwards, fitted to vehicles that stop or work on the highway under the Traffic Signs Manual's Chapter 8 guidance.
Where Chapter 8 chevron kits can pay off in Shirley
- Delivery, recovery and refuse vehicles that stop briefly on busy Shirley streets can carry rear chevrons too, where their contracts ask for them.
- A depot in Shirley with several works vans can have kits fitted in one visit, rather than sending vehicles away one at a time.
- Main contractors in Shirley may ask subcontractors to show their vehicle markings at site induction, so a properly cut kit helps avoid delays on the first day.
What Chapter 8 chevron kits cost in Shirley
Guide prices start from £325 and go up to £895 per vehicle, exclusive of VAT. The breakdown below shows where different sizes and options sit. Nothing is final until we have measured up or checked your artwork and sent a written quote.
| Item | Guide, ex VAT | Inc. VAT (20%) |
|---|---|---|
| Car-derived or small van | £325 – £495 | £390 – £594 |
| Medium or large van | £395 – £695 | £474 – £834 |
| Truck or tipper rear | £595 – £895 | £714 – £1,074 |
Guide prices for a fitted Chapter 8 chevron kit run from £325 to £495 + VAT for a car-derived or small van, £395 to £695 + VAT for a medium or large van, and £595 to £895 + VAT for a truck or tipper rear.
Options for your Shirley project
Side and contour markings
Extra markings for larger vehicles, fitted alongside the rear kit.
Car-derived or small van kit
Chevrons cut to the rear doors or tailgate of a small van.
Magnetic chevron panels
Removable sheets for occasional use on flat steel doors only.
Chapter 8 chevron kits in Shirley: permission and rules
Rear chevrons aren't usually an advertisement matter, so council consent doesn't come into it. What matters instead is Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual, the guidance for vehicles that stop or work on the highway, together with the specification in your contract. Highway authorities, utilities and main contractors often add their own requirements, so send us the exact wording before we cut anything. Markings are kept off windows and away from lights, reflectors and the number plate, which must stay clearly visible. Chevrons don't change a vehicle's main colour, so the V5C isn't affected. Whether you work in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, treat your contract's spec as the standard and confirm it with your client.
Covering Shirley and the West Midlands
Wherever you are in the West Midlands, Shirley included, the service is identical. We arrange a survey when the sign is fixed to a building or needs power, and we work from photographs, drawings or the make and model of the vehicle when that is enough to price graphics accurately. In postcode terms, Shirley jobs typically fall in B28, B27 and B14. Shirley lies around 5.9 miles south-east of Birmingham.
Also within reach of Shirley
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- Chapter 8 chevron kits in Halesowen 10 mi
Ready to price Chapter 8 chevron kits in Shirley? Send a few photos and rough sizes through the form or WhatsApp. The quote is free, and you will see a proof to scale before anything is made.
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