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This list of links is not exhaustive, but covers the main considerations for fleet and other highway vehicle operators. Please be aware that these links are for your reference and convenience only, we are not linked in any way to any of the following organisations, and due to the nature of the organisations providing them, the hyperlinks may change without notice!

General vehicle markings guidance:

All livery on vehicles should comply with the Road Vehicle Lighting Regulations & Road Traffic Act. These are quite complex and have been amended and excepted at various stages to accommodate applications in the emergency service market. The Vehicle Technology & Standards Division (VTS) deals with the amended Road Vehicle Lighting Regulations 1989.

  • The Road Vehicles Lighting Regulations 1989 (Base Regulation): SI 1989 No.1796
  • The Road Vehicles Lighting (Amendment) Regulations 1994: SI 1994 No. 2280
  • The Road Vehicles Lighting (Amendment) Regulations 1996: SI 1996 No. 3016
  • The Road Vehicles Lighting (Amendment) Regulations 2001: SI 2001 No. 560

Alternatively, you can consult The Encyclopedia of Road Traffic Law and Practice, published by Sweet and Maxwell. This publication is continually updated and Volume 4 contains the Lighting Regulations. This publication should be available at most city libraries.

  • UN ECE104 full specification
  • Highways Agency - Temporary Traffic Management on High Speed Roads - Good Working Practice
  • Code of Practice - Self escorting of abnormal loads

Miscellaneous:

  • The Road Traffic Act 1988
  • Department of Transport - Vehicle special orders section 44 requirements
  • The motorcycle regulations 2003
  • The motor vehicles regulations 1996
  • Amateur Rowing Association - Trailer Towing

There is a lot of legislation, guidelines and issues that can trip you up. If in doubt about any aspect of your livery requirement, please do not hesitate to contact us for impartial advice, our account managers are well versed in what you can and cannot do (in the eyes of the law) and will be delighted to take your call.

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