Winter tyres
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Continental4x4 Winter Contact MO
265/60 R18 110HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 206.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 827.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 84 unitsQuantity -
MinervaFrostrack UHP
225/55 R17 109HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 109.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 439.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TristarSNOWPOWER UHP
205/55 R17 95VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 53/100CHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
Goodyear
Eagle Ultra Grip 8 Performance AO
255/60 R18 108HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 145.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 583.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW320 Winter i*cept evo2 AO
195/55 R16 91VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 107.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 431.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
RadarDimax Alpine
235/50 R18 101VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 127.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 511.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
225/60 R17 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 198.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 795.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance + SUV
215/65 R17 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 188.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 755.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
255/45 R19 104WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 177.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 711.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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KumhoWP52+ K-Silent
255/45 R19 104VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 199.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 799.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
225/40 R18 92WWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HiflyWin-Turi 212
215/45 R17 91HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 122.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 491.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneWinterhawk 4
245/40 R18 97VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 111.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 447.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
215/50 R18 96VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 165.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 663.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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SailunIce Blazer WST3
235/55 R17 103TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 51/100CHF 475.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,903.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP 3 SUV
215/65 R16 102HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 107.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 431.60 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.