Winter tyres
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MinervaFrostrack UHP
235/45 R20 100VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CEATWinter Drive SUV
225/60 R18 104VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 167.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 671.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Xtreme S MO
255/50 R19 107VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 192.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 771.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
245/45 R19 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 225.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 903.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin PA4
265/40 R18 101VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 254.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,019.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
255/35 R21 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 270.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,083.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005 MO
235/55 R19 105HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 179.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 719.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 357 unitsQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
255/45 R21 106VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 320.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,283.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
235/65 R17 108VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 166.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 667.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance + SUV
265/45 R21 108WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 252.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,011.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S AO
285/30 R22 101WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 324.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,299.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneWinterhawk 4
195/55 R20 95HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 105.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 423.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 160 unitsQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
235/45 R19 99TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 192.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 771.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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DunlopSP Winter Sport 4D RO1
275/30 R21 98WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 321.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,287.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliPowergy Winter
195/65 R15 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 82.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 331.60 Available from stock 5–10 days In stock: 117 unitsQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 *
225/60 R18 104HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 174.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 699.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 68 unitsQuantity -
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CooperWeather Master WSC
225/60 R17 99TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 165.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 663.60 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.