Winter tyres
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NexenWinguard Snow'G 3 WH21
185/60 R15 88TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 52.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 211.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 378 unitsQuantity -
Gripmax
Stature M/S
235/45 R19 99VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 66/100CHF 119.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 479.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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RadarDimax Alpine
225/45 R17 94VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 123.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 495.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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DunlopWinter Sport 3D AO
225/50 R17 94HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 169.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 679.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW320 Winter i*cept evo2 AO
245/40 R21 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 288.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,155.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
225/40 R18 92VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 126.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 507.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 830 P AO
225/40 R18 92VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 85/100CHF 126.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 507.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 74 unitsQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak 6 Enliten
235/45 R20 100WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 87/100CHF 234.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 939.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
255/35 R21 98WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 503.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 2,015.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
235/45 R17 97VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 116.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 467.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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CEATWinter Drive SUV
255/55 R19 111VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 160.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 643.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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CooperWinter Van
205/65 R15 102TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 112.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 451.60 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.