Winter tyres
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ToyoObserve S944
215/45 R17 91HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 111.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 447.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
215/70 R16 100TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 948 unitsQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
235/55 R20 105VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 224.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 899.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 * RF
225/55 R17 97HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 161.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 647.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 84 unitsQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 SUV W340A
225/55 R19 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 182.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 731.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SemperitSpeed Grip 5
205/50 R17 93HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 105.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 423.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 314 unitsQuantity -
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FalkenEurowinter VAN01
215/60 R17 109TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 132.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 531.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
225/55 R18 102VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 145.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 583.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 9 unitsQuantity -
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HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
285/45 R20 112HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 279.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,119.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SemperitMaster Grip 2
175/65 R14 82TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 56.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 227.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 724 unitsQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance +
245/45 R20 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 248.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 995.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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YokohamaBluEarth*Winter V905
255/55 R18 109VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 177.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 711.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CooperDiscoverer Winter
205/55 R16 91HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 129.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 519.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
245/40 R18 97VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 125.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 503.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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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.