Winter tyres
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HankookWinter i*cept evo4 SUV W340A
255/45 R20 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 190.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 763.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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KleberKrisalp HP3 SUV
235/55 R19 105VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 168.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 675.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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GoodyearUltraGrip 8 Performance MOE *
245/45 R18 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 197.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 791.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 69 unitsQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5
245/40 R18 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 173.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 695.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 11 unitsQuantity -
YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
265/60 R18 110HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 149.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 599.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoObserve S944
195/65 R15 91HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 325.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,303.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro+
275/35 R22 104YWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 238.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 955.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliP-Zero Winter AO
265/30 R19 93VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 280.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,123.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliCinturato Winter 3
215/45 R20 95VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 246.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 987.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak DM V3
295/40 R21 111TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 288.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,155.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW320 Winter i*cept evo2
215/40 R17 87VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 109.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 439.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
215/55 R18 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 164.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 659.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
215/70 R16 100TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 249.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 999.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S AO
245/40 R21 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 306.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,227.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S SSR*
265/50 R19 110HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 258.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,035.60 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.