Winter tyres
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BridgestoneBlizzak 6 Enliten
205/45 R17 88VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 87/100CHF 138.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 555.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinALPIN 5 AO
225/55 R17 97HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 81/100CHF 142.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 571.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Xtreme S MO
235/60 R18 103HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 149.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 599.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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NexenWinguard Sport 3
275/40 R20 106VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 182.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 731.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 14 unitsQuantity -
PirelliP-Zero Winter*
255/40 R19 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 221.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 887.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM 25 4x4 MO
235/60 R17 102HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 190.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 763.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 19 unitsQuantity -
DunlopWinter Sport 4D MO
255/40 R18 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 155.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 623.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoSnow Prox S954 SUV
255/50 R19 107VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 154.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 619.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BarumSnoVanis 3
205/65 R16 107TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 95.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 383.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 253 unitsQuantity -
DunlopWinter Sport 5 SUV
275/40 R20 106VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 213.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 855.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 MO
225/40 R19 93HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 188.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 755.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 242 unitsQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
245/45 R20 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 250.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,003.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
185/60 R15 84TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 64.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 259.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870PCS
245/40 R19 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 273.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,095.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
205/55 R17 95HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 129.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 519.60 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.