Winter tyres
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DunlopWINTER SPORT 5
215/45 R16 90VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 120.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 483.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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CEATWinter Drive
205/60 R16 96HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 64.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 259.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 572 unitsQuantity -
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GtradialWinterpro 2 Sport
225/50 R18 99HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
285/40 R19 107VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 225.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 903.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopWinter Sport 5
235/35 R19 91WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 245.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 983.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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SuperiaBLUEWIN UHP3
275/45 R20 110VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 104.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 419.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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Sailun
Ice Blazer WST2 LT
265/65 R18 114TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 147.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 591.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
NexenWinguard Sport 3
255/55 R19 111VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 168.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 675.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 32 unitsQuantity -
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HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
255/60 R19 113VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 283.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,135.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 MO
205/55 R17 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 141.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 567.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 50 unitsQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
245/40 R18 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 448.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,795.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Cargo
215/60 R17 104HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 201.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 807.60 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.