Winter tyres
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HankookW320 Winter i*cept evo2 AO
215/45 R17 91WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 119.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 479.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 217 unitsQuantity -
SemperitSpeed Grip 3
225/55 R16 99HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 108.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 435.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 47 unitsQuantity -
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PirelliScorpion Winter 2 NE0
235/55 R20 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 316.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,267.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SailunIce Blazer WST2 LT
275/55 R20 117SWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 353.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,415.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3 Seal
255/45 R19 100TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 224.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 899.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 28 unitsQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro
195/55 R20 95HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 112.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 451.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S ND0
315/30 R21 109VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 353.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,415.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneVanhawk Winter 2 Evo
215/65 R15 104TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 119.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 479.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ApolloAspire XP Winter
215/55 R17 98VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 106.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 427.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MinervaFrostrack UHP
275/35 R21 103VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 169.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 679.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GtradialWinterpro 2 Sport
245/45 R18 100VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 140.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 563.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
235/60 R18 107HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 147.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 591.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 111 unitsQuantity -
CEATWinter Drive
215/60 R16 99HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 69.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 279.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
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HankookW452 Winter i*cept RS2
205/65 R15 94TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 85.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 343.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 169 unitsQuantity
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.