Winter tyres
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SavaEskimo HP 2
245/40 R18 97VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 133.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 535.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
175/65 R15 84TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 59.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 239.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870PCS
235/50 R19 99HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 232.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 931.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM001
225/45 R18 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 161.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 647.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 40 unitsQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870PCS
235/60 R18 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 187.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 751.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3
255/45 R19 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 270.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,083.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinAgilis Alpin
185/75 R16 104RWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 201.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 807.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5
255/30 R20 92WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 337.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,351.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 20 unitsQuantity -
PirelliW270 Sotto Zero 2 A6A
295/35 R20 101WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 359.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,439.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SuperiaBLUEWIN UHP3
245/45 R20 103VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 103.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 415.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP3
215/65 R17 99TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 134.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 539.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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SuperiaBluewin VAN
215/65 R16 109RWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 305.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,223.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliP-Zero Winter *
245/50 R19 105HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 188.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 755.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 MGT
285/30 R21 100WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 398.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,595.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoSnow Prox S954 SUV
205/55 R19 97HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PetlasW671 SUV Explero
255/50 R19 107VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 129.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 519.60 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.