Winter tyres
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KleberKrisalp HP3
225/50 R18 99VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 167.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 671.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 AO
225/50 R17 98HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 139.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 559.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 136 unitsQuantity -
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
275/30 R20 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 258.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,035.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance + MO
255/50 R21 109HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 291.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,167.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 W340
245/45 R18 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 120.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 483.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
FuldaConveo Trac 3
215/65 R16 109TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 171.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 687.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 MO
225/55 R16 99HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 141.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 567.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PetlasW671 SUV Explero
235/60 R18 107HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 123.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 495.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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KleberKrisalp HP3
225/40 R18 92WWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 122.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 491.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliSCORPION WINTER
215/65 R17 99HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 64/100CHF 177.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 711.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
205/60 R16 92HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 100.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 403.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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VredesteinWintrac Pro+
245/50 R20 105VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 228.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 915.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliScorpion Winter MO KA
235/60 R18 103HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 218.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 875.60 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.