Winter tyres
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
255/45 R18 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 375.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,503.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliWinter Sottozero 3* R/F
275/40 R20 106VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 322.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,291.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
265/40 R19 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 173.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 695.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
Pirelli
W240 SZ AR
245/35 R19 93VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 240.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 963.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance +
205/40 R18 86WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 176.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 707.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopWinter Response AO
185/60 R15 88HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 84.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 339.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 69 unitsQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact 8 S
315/35 R22 111VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 351.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,407.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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TouradorWinter Pro TSU2
245/45 R17 99VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 112.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 451.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TristarSNOWPOWER UHP
275/45 R20 110VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 53/100CHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SemperitSpeed Grip 5
235/50 R18 101VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 140.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 563.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter 2 R0
285/35 R23 107WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 670.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 2,683.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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KleberKrisalp HP3
255/45 R19 104VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 198.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 795.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW320 B Winter i*cept evo2 HRS
245/45 R17 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 157.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 631.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 52 unitsQuantity -
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PirelliScorpion Winter 3
255/45 R20 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 237.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 951.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 177 unitsQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 850 P MO
235/60 R18 103HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 150.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 603.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 333 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.