Winter tyres
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VredesteinWintrac Pro+
235/65 R18 110HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 156.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 627.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 14 unitsQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 W340
285/40 R20 108VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 232.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 931.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X
235/65 R18 110HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 171.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 687.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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NexenWinguard WT1
205/65 R16 107TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 112.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 451.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 86 unitsQuantity -
HankookRW 12 Winter
215/60 R17 109TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 135.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 543.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 933 unitsQuantity -
GoodyearUG 8 ROF *
195/55 R16 87HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 65/100CHF 177.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 711.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PetlasW671 SUV Explero
235/50 R18 101VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 125.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 503.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FalkenEurowinter HS01 SUV
295/40 R20 110VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 61/100CHF 396.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,587.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FuldaKristall Control HP 2
245/45 R19 102VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 187.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 751.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
185/55 R15 82TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 99.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 399.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 17 unitsQuantity -
TouradorWinter Pro Max
255/35 R19 96WWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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CEATWinter Drive
225/45 R17 94VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 73.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 295.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 982 unitsQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
255/40 R21 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 267.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,071.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 110 unitsQuantity -
YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
255/40 R18 99VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 127.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 511.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2 SUV
215/65 R16 102HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 109.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 439.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S
265/40 R21 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 473.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,895.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW320 Winter i*cept evo2
225/55 R16 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 103.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 415.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 326 unitsQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter e A8A
285/40 R22 110VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 489.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,959.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TriangleEffeXWinter TW421
235/55 R20 105VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 62/100CHF 117.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 471.60 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.