Winter tyres
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5
245/40 R18 97VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 163.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 655.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
OptimoOW31A Winter GT
235/55 R18 104HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 122.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 491.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5 MO
205/55 R17 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 301.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,207.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak DM V3
275/40 R20 106TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 249.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 999.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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SemperitVan Grip 3
215/65 R15 104TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 48 unitsQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5
235/45 R17 97VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 192.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 771.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S SSR
245/45 R20 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 294.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,179.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FortunaGOWIN UHP2
245/45 R19 102VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 122.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 491.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliSCORPION WINTER
235/60 R18 103HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 64/100CHF 200.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 803.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW320 A Winter i*cept evo2 AO
285/45 R21 113VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 244.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 979.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 116 unitsQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3*
245/50 R19 105HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 205.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 823.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro
215/55 R18 99VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 387.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,551.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
235/50 R21 101VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 277.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,111.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter AO
255/55 R19 111HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 64/100CHF 227.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 911.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3*
245/50 R18 100HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 220.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 883.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliP-Zero Winter NA0
295/35 R20 101VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 322.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,291.60 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.