Winter tyres
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PirelliP-Zero Winter MO1
245/40 R19 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 242.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 971.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2 SUV
225/55 R18 98HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 139.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 559.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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RadarDimax Alpine
215/60 R16 99HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 107.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 431.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliW Sottozero 3 Seal
215/55 R17 94HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 156.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 627.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 129 unitsQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3 Runflat
205/55 R16 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 92.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 371.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 120 unitsQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
215/55 R17 94HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 144.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 579.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 53 unitsQuantity -
FalkenEurowinter HS02 PRO
235/45 R19 99WWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 157.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 631.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MinervaFrostrack UHP
225/55 R19 99VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 109.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 439.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter 2
235/40 R20 96VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 207.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 831.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter RF*
275/45 R20 110HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 64/100CHF 324.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,299.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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TristarSNOWPOWER UHP
225/55 R19 99VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 53/100CHF 110.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 443.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ImperialSNOWDRAGON3
255/35 R19 96VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 58/100CHF 100.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 403.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
235/55 R18 100VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 203.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 815.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro+
235/45 R19 99VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 182.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 731.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
205/45 R17 88VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 116.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 467.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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CooperDiscoverer Winter
205/60 R17 93HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity
Winter Tires
Winter tires are designed for low temperatures, wet conditions, snow, and ice. Their rubber compound remains more flexible in the cold than that of a summer tire. Sipes in the tread create additional gripping edges and improve traction on winter roads.
Winter tires can also offer advantages on cold, wet roads. Therefore, the decisive factor is not just whether there is snow, but under what conditions the vehicle will actually be used.
When should I switch?
The rule of thumb "from October to Easter" provides a simple guideline but does not replace considering the weather and area of use. In mountainous regions, a change may be necessary earlier than in the milder lowlands.
It makes sense to switch before frost, snow, or wintry road conditions occur regularly. Those who wait for the first snowfall often encounter busy workshops and a smaller selection of tires.
Are winter tires mandatory in Switzerland?
In Switzerland, there is no general legal obligation to use winter tires. However, the vehicle must always be roadworthy and controllable according to road conditions.
Anyone who causes an accident or significantly obstructs traffic with unsuitable tires must expect legal and insurance consequences. Regardless of a legal obligation, winter-suitable tires are therefore advisable wherever cold, snow, or ice can be expected.
Tread and Winter Suitability
The legal minimum tread depth for winter tires is also 1.6 millimeters. However, the safety-relevant properties in snow and slush can significantly decrease even before that. ASTRA therefore recommends a tread depth of at least 4 millimeters for winter tires.
The snowflake symbol – also known as 3PMSF – helps identify winter-suitable tires. It indicates that the tire has passed a standardized test under winter conditions.
Winter or All-Season Tires?
All-season tires can be a practical alternative for low mileage and predominant use in the lowlands. For regular drives in mountainous regions, longer winter trips, or high annual mileage, dedicated winter tires usually offer greater safety reserves.
The decision depends not only on your place of residence. Commuting, travel destinations, driving times, and the option to leave the car during heavy snowfall also play a role.
Why Summer Tires Are Not Sufficient in Winter
The rubber compound of a summer tire is designed for warm roads. At low temperatures, it becomes stiffer, which can reduce grip and braking performance. The tread also has fewer sipes and is less able to interlock with the road surface in snow.
Even an all-wheel-drive vehicle does not replace suitable tires. All-wheel drive can make starting easier but does not automatically improve traction when braking or steering.
Finding the Right Size
The tire size is indicated on the tire sidewall, for example, as 205/55 R16 91V. In the Swiss vehicle registration document, the individual permissible tire sizes are usually not fully listed.
For newer vehicles with IVI vehicle data, you can conveniently select your vehicle by make, model, body type, and engine at VANTIQ. Alternatively, enter the type approval number from field 24 of the Swiss vehicle registration document. We will then show you the tire sizes stored for your vehicle.