Winter tyres
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PirelliP-Zero Winter e * R/F
275/35 R19 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 338.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,355.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S SSR*
225/40 R19 93HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 195.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 783.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
215/45 R17 91HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 116.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 467.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinLatitude Alpin LA2 N0
275/40 R20 106VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 233.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 935.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ToyoObserve Van
215/65 R16 109TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
255/50 R19 103TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 196.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 787.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 38 unitsQuantity -
BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
225/40 R18 92VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 105.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 423.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliW270 Sotto Zero 2 AO
275/30 R20 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 324.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,299.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 34 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalVanco Winter 2
225/55 R17 109TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 231.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 927.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoSnow Prox S954 SUV
235/55 R18 104HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 151.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 607.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak 6 Enliten
265/55 R19 109WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 87/100CHF 234.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 939.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5
225/35 R19 88WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 232.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 931.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 12 unitsQuantity -
PirelliCinturato Winter 2
215/65 R17 103HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 159.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 639.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CooperWeather Master WSC
195/65 R15 95TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X
245/50 R19 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 177.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 711.60 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.