Winter tyres
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ImperialSNOWDRAGON3
235/50 R18 101VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 58/100CHF 101.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 407.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
LinglongGREEN-Max Winter UHP
255/40 R19 100VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 66/100CHF 124.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 499.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM001
205/55 R19 97HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 151.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 607.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliP-Zero Winter *
295/35 R23 108HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 696.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 2,787.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
265/35 R18 97VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 282.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,131.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliPzero Winter 2 MO1
265/40 R19 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 93/100CHF 261.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,047.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CEATWinter Drive
215/55 R16 97HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 73.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 295.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 141 unitsQuantity -
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PetlasW671 SUV Explero
235/60 R17 106HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 164.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 659.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM001
245/40 R18 93VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 173.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 695.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X
265/50 R19 110VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 184.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 739.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter Seal
235/50 R19 103HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 64/100CHF 332.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,331.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin PA4 N0
265/45 R19 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 259.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,039.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
225/65 R17 106HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 195.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 783.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S
265/40 R19 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 266.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,067.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 AO
225/60 R17 99HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 161.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 647.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 74 unitsQuantity -
HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
285/45 R21 113VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 298.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,195.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
245/40 R18 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 236.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 947.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ImperialSNOWDRAGON UHP
245/45 R20 103VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 65/100CHF 110.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 443.60 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.