Winter tyres
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X*
195/55 R19 97HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 140.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 563.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FuldaKristall Control HP 2
215/55 R16 93HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 95.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 383.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 24 unitsQuantity -
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X Runflat
275/45 R20 110VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 259.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,039.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
245/40 R18 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 165.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 663.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
225/45 R17 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 94.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 379.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 812 unitsQuantity -
GtradialWinterpro 2 Sport
235/55 R19 105VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 160.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 643.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FalkenEurowinter HS02 PRO
235/50 R21 101VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 191.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 767.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopSP Winter Sport 3D AO
215/40 R17 87VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 228.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 915.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
255/35 R19 96VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 172.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 691.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 830 P MO
195/65 R15 91TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 85/100CHF 76.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 307.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 111 unitsQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak DM V3
235/50 R19 103TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 210.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 843.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoObserve S954
275/35 R21 103VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 232.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 931.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SemperitSpeed Grip 5
235/60 R18 107VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 134.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 539.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
255/45 R18 103VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 145.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 583.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
205/55 R16 94VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 123.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 495.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 24 unitsQuantity -
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ContinentalVanco Winter 2
205/65 R16 107TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 138.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 555.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP 3
215/45 R17 91VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 116.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 467.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneVanhawk 2 Winter
185/75 R16 104RWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 164.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 659.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CEATWinter Drive
195/55 R16 87HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 57.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 231.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 843 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.