Winter tyres
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NexenWinguard Sport 2 (WU7) AO
225/60 R17 99HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 112.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 451.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TouradorWinter Pro TSU1
285/50 R20 112HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 189.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 759.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TriangleEffeXWinter TW421
255/40 R20 101WWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 62/100CHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneVanhawk Winter 2 Evo
205/65 R16 107TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 100.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 403.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 155 unitsQuantity -
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YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
255/40 R19 100VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 147.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 591.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
235/55 R19 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 188.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 755.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 82 unitsQuantity -
NexenWinguard Sport 3
225/45 R18 95VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 96.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 387.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 384 unitsQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
235/45 R20 100TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 245.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 983.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliScorpion Winter 2
285/45 R21 113VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 335.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,343.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
235/60 R17 106HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 220.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 883.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870
215/45 R16 90VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 166.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 667.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
225/60 R18 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 191.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 767.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 37 unitsQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X
295/35 R21 107VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 223.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 895.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 MO
235/50 R19 99HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 195.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 783.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 57 unitsQuantity -
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X Runflat
265/50 R19 110HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 176.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 707.60 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.