Winter tyres
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DunlopEconodrive Winter
195/70 R15 104RWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 171 unitsQuantity -
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HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
245/50 R20 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 250.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,003.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
225/40 R18 92VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 102.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 411.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005 Drive Guard RFT
215/55 R16 97HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 159.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 639.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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GtradialWinterpro 2 Sport
215/60 R17 96HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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TristarSNOWPOWER VAN
205/65 R16 107RWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 111.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 447.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 830 P
295/30 R19 100WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 85/100CHF 186.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 747.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneWinterhawk 4
215/55 R17 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 104.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 419.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 601 unitsQuantity -
NexenWinguard Sport 2 SUV
265/60 R18 114HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 122.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 491.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 11 unitsQuantity -
SailunIce Blazer WST3
265/50 R19 110TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 51/100CHF 132.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 531.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoObserve S944
215/55 R17 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 138.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 555.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP 3
215/50 R17 95VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 122.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 491.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin PA4 *MO
245/45 R18 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 167.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 671.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 80 unitsQuantity -
YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
235/60 R18 107HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 127.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 511.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliPowergy 2 Winter
235/45 R18 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 145.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 583.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 119 unitsQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 SUV W340A
235/55 R18 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 142.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 571.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 22 unitsQuantity -
NexenWinguard Sport 2 SUV
235/50 R19 103VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 136.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 547.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP 3
215/55 R18 95HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 118.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 475.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5
275/40 R19 105WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 259.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,039.60 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.