Winter tyres
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DunlopEconodrive Winter
215/65 R15 104TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 122.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 491.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 88 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
255/45 R20 101TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 237.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 951.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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TristarSNOWPOWER2
245/40 R19 98VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 104.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 419.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870CS
215/60 R16 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 132.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 531.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 35 unitsQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 830 P RO2
245/35 R19 93WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 252.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,011.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter 3
235/60 R18 107VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 150.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 603.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 176 unitsQuantity -
HankookW320 B Winter i*cept evo2 HRS
205/55 R17 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 133.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 535.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalSnow Max 3
225/55 R17 109TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 172.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 691.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 70 unitsQuantity -
PirelliW240 Sotto Zero 2 L
235/35 R19 91VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 256.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,027.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopWinter Sport 5 SUV
245/45 R20 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 228.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 915.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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RadarArgonite Alpine
235/60 R17 117RWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 110.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 443.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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TriangleSnowlink PL02
235/65 R17 108VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 100.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 403.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
255/55 R18 109VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 221.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 887.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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SavaEskimo HP 2
225/55 R16 95HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
195/60 R16 93HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 123.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 495.60 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.