Winter tyres
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PirelliW240 Sotto Zero
245/40 R19 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 247.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 991.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FalkenEurowinter VAN01
225/60 R17 107HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 139.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 559.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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DunlopWinter Sport 5
215/60 R16 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 127.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 511.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KormoranVanpro Winter
195/70 R15 104RWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FuldaKristall Control SUV
255/55 R18 109HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 140.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 563.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FalkenEurowinter HS02
215/40 R17 87VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 106.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 427.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliScorpion Winter AO ECO
235/65 R17 104HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 164.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 659.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneWinterhawk 4
255/40 R19 100VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 151.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 607.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 28 unitsQuantity -
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SemperitSpeed Grip 5
225/55 R18 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 135.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 543.60 Available from stock 5–10 days In stock: 52 unitsQuantity -
HankookRW 12 Winter
215/65 R16 109TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 117.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 471.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
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PirelliScorpion Winter R0
235/60 R19 107HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 200.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 803.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
265/35 R19 98WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 219.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 879.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 20 unitsQuantity -
HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
255/45 R19 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 209.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 839.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 13 unitsQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5
285/30 R22 101WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 357.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,431.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 84 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.