Winter tyres
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PetlasW671 SUV Explero
215/70 R16 104HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 103.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 415.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopEconodrive Winter
215/60 R16 103TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 133.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 535.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5
235/40 R19 96WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 229.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 919.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 164 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact 8 S
265/40 R21 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 282.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,131.60 Available from stock 5–10 days In stock: 70 unitsQuantity -
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DunlopWinter Sport 3D *
205/55 R16 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 149.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 599.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870
195/55 R16 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 118.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 475.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S SSR
245/40 R19 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 261.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,047.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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LinglongGREEN-Max Winter UHP
245/45 R18 100HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 66/100CHF 101.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 407.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FalkenEurowinter HS02 PRO MO
265/60 R18 114VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 183.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 735.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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DunlopEconodrive Winter
215/65 R16 109TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 119.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 479.60 Available from stock 5–10 days In stock: 518 unitsQuantity -
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PetlasPT935 Full Grip
205/65 R16 107TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 101.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 407.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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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.