Winter tyres
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RadarDimax Winter
235/55 R17 103VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 107.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 431.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SuperiaBLUEWIN UHP3
255/45 R19 104VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 105.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 423.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TristarSNOWPOWER UHP
255/45 R18 103VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 53/100CHF 102.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 411.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870PCS
235/55 R19 105TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 203.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 815.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneWinterhawk 4
225/50 R17 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 106.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 427.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870PCS
235/45 R20 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 289.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,159.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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NexenWinguard Snow'G 3 WH21
185/65 R15 88HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 59.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 239.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 694 unitsQuantity -
Petlas
W671 SUV Explero
255/60 R18 112HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 136.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 547.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
255/40 R18 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 187.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 751.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 60 unitsQuantity -
MichelinALPIN 6 ZP
205/45 R17 88VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 206.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 827.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV *
295/35 R21 107VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 310.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,243.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 22 unitsQuantity -
GoodyearUltra Grip + SUV
245/60 R18 105HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 148.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 595.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MinervaFrostrack UHP
255/40 R20 101VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 117.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 471.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
195/65 R15 91HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 71.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 287.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 98 unitsQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 * RF MOE
225/55 R17 97HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 159.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 639.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 75 unitsQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
275/40 R21 107VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 282.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,131.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
RadarDimax Winter
235/45 R18 98VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 119.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 479.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ToyoSnow Prox S954
195/55 R20 95HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 106.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 427.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
315/30 R21 105WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 343.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,375.60 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.