Winter tyres
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
255/50 R21 109HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 200.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 803.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoObserve S944
205/50 R17 93VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 116.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 467.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliPowergy 2 Winter
205/60 R16 96HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 101.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 407.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 339 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 830 P RO1
245/40 R20 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 269.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,079.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
235/45 R19 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 159.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 639.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak DM V3
275/45 R20 110TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 196.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 787.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliCinturato Winter 3
225/60 R17 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 204.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 819.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 *
205/60 R16 96HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 108.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 435.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 68 unitsQuantity -
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NexenWinguard Snow'G 3 WH21
195/60 R15 88HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 65.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 263.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 24 unitsQuantity -
CEATWinter Drive SUV
235/60 R18 107VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 118.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 475.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FirestoneVanhawk Winter 2 Evo
185/75 R16 104RWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 105.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 423.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X
265/55 R19 109VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 183.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 735.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliP-Zero Winter e MO1
255/45 R19 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 223.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 895.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
235/60 R17 102HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 123.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 495.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
285/45 R19 111VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 159.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 639.60 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.