Winter tyres
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
285/30 R19 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 223.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 895.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
245/45 R20 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 258.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,035.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 109 unitsQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
215/60 R17 96HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 129.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 519.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
205/55 R17 95VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 118.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 475.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 171 unitsQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 SUV W340A
235/60 R18 107HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 123.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 495.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 850 P
295/45 R20 114VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 302.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,211.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870
185/55 R15 82HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
215/45 R17 91VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 161.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 647.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliW Sottozero 3 MO
225/45 R18 95VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 152.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 611.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 15 unitsQuantity -
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GtradialWinterpro 2 Sport
235/45 R18 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 125.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 503.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FuldaKristall Control HP 2
215/45 R17 91VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 143.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 575.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW240 Sotto Zero
245/35 R18 92VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 233.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 935.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 W340
245/45 R19 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 165.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 663.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter 2 NC0
285/45 R21 113VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 310.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,243.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ToyoSnow Prox S954
245/45 R18 100VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 141.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 567.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM001
205/65 R16 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 126.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 507.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 13 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.