Winter tyres
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BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2 SUV
285/45 R20 112VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 216.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 867.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinLatitude Alpin LA2 ZP*
255/50 R19 107VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 278.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,115.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X
235/65 R19 109VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 170.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 683.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinNord-Trac 2
205/60 R16 96TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 139.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 559.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro+
235/40 R19 96WWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 183.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 735.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopWinter Sport 5 SUV
255/50 R19 107VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 191.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 767.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliCinturato Winter 2
215/55 R17 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 181.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 727.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X
315/35 R21 111WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 296.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,187.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SailunIce Blazer WST3
235/60 R17 102TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 51/100CHF 155.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 623.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GeneralSnow Grabber +
235/60 R18 107HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 132.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 531.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CooperWeather Master WSC
225/50 R18 95TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 144.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 579.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S SSR*
205/60 R16 96HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 148.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 595.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
Pirelli
Scorpion Winter rb MGT ECO
295/45 R19 113VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 357.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,431.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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DunlopWinter Sport 3D AO
255/35 R20 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 233.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 935.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
255/45 R20 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 241.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 967.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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SuperiaBLUEWIN UHP3
245/50 R19 105VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 111.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 447.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ApolloAspire XP Winter
235/65 R17 108HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 149.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 599.60 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.