Winter tyres
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PirelliScorpion Winter RF*
285/45 R21 113HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 64/100CHF 427.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,711.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoObserve Van
215/60 R16 103TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 118.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 475.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
235/60 R20 108VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 198.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 795.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoObserve Van
205/65 R16 107TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870
185/65 R15 92TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 80.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 323.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 104 unitsQuantity -
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TristarSNOWPOWER UHP
255/35 R21 98VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 53/100CHF 146.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 587.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance + SUV
255/55 R18 109VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 185.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 743.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
185/55 R15 86HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 99 unitsQuantity -
BFGoodrichActivan Winter 2
215/65 R16 106TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 130.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 523.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3
245/40 R20 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 293.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,175.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FalkenEurowinter HS02 PRO
245/45 R20 103WWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 199.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 799.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2 SUV
215/65 R17 99VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 129.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 519.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak 6 Enliten
275/40 R18 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 87/100CHF 242.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 971.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870
185/60 R15 84TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 82.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 331.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
305/35 R23 111VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 434.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,739.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CEATWinter Drive SUV
225/50 R18 99WWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 107.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 431.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FalkenEurowinter HS02
215/50 R18 92VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 120.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 483.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance +
195/60 R18 96HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 147.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 591.60 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.