Winter tyres
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VredesteinWintrac Pro+
275/45 R20 110VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 228.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 915.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliCinturato Winter 2
215/50 R19 93TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 250.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,003.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberTransalp 2+
225/55 R17 109TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 155.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 623.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ImperialSNOWDRAGON UHP
275/35 R20 102VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 65/100CHF 112.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 451.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 ECO
195/55 R20 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 136.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 547.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5
245/45 R17 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 189.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 759.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliPzero Winter 2
245/45 R19 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 93/100CHF 218.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 875.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 8 unitsQuantity -
ToyoObserve S944
225/50 R17 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 146.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 587.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
185/65 R15 88TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 72.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 291.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
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ToyoSnow Prox S954 SUV
235/55 R19 105VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 165.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 663.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
225/50 R17 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 108.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 435.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
205/45 R17 88VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 148.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 595.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
285/30 R19 98WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 339.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,359.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S NE0
255/40 R22 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 308.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,235.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FuldaKristall Control HP 2
225/55 R16 95HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 116.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 467.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5
245/45 R19 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 237.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 951.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 471 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.