Winter tyres
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VredesteinWintrac Pro+
235/60 R18 107VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 135.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 543.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 12 unitsQuantity -
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BarumSnoVanis 3
225/55 R17 109TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 145.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 583.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 48 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 850 P CS
235/55 R17 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 187.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 751.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter J
255/40 R22 103HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 64/100CHF 300.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,203.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro+
225/60 R17 103VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 157.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 631.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005 MO
225/45 R18 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 188.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 755.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliW Sottozero 3 RO1
235/35 R19 91VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 226.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 907.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
205/55 R19 97HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 117.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 471.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 18 unitsQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Cargo
205/65 R16 107TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 125.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 503.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopWinter Sport 5 SUV
215/70 R16 100TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 129.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 519.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 30 unitsQuantity -
PirelliW240 Sotto Zero 2 MO
275/40 R19 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 322.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,291.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870PCS
235/45 R21 101TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 304.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,219.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
255/45 R20 105HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 263.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,055.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
215/55 R18 99VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 155.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 623.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CooperWinter Van
215/65 R16 109TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 127.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 511.60 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.