Winter Tires – Safe On the Road with Interpneu AG

Order Your Winter Tires Conveniently Online

Winter tires are specially developed for cold temperatures and wintry road conditions. At Interpneu AG, you can easily select and order your tires online. The requirements for winter tires differ depending on the vehicle type – from small cars to SUVs and vans – and drive type. The place of use, frequency of journeys, and regional weather conditions are also important factors in the selection.

Brand, price, and quality also play a role. Our experts at Interpneu AG will competently assist you in choosing the right tire and provide useful tips for your winter tire purchase.

Why Winter Tires Are So Important

Winter tires are made of a softer rubber compound than summer tires, which provides flexibility and optimal grip even at low temperatures. Experts recommend using winter tires as soon as temperatures fall below approximately 7 °C. The proven “O to O” rule helps you observe the correct period: October to Easter for winter tires, Easter to October for summer tires.

Tire Change and Storage

Winter tires can either be changed in a workshop or mounted yourself. Those who change them themselves should definitely use a torque wrench to correctly tighten the wheel bolts and store the tires properly. Workshops often offer additional services such as balancing, tread depth measurement, or storage of summer tires.

Winter Tires vs. All-Season Tires

All-season tires are a practical alternative for vehicles that are driven infrequently or primarily in urban areas. They do not need to be changed twice a year. However, if you regularly drive in snowy regions or plan a winter vacation, you should opt for genuine winter tires. Modern all-season tires have significantly improved in performance in recent years and are now also reliable in snow and ice.

Tread, Symbols, and Marking

Winter tires are recognizable by the M+S symbol (Mud & Snow) and the Alpine symbol (3PMSF), which stands for tested traction on snow and ice. Since 2018, new winter and all-season tires must bear the Alpine symbol; from October 2024, it will be mandatory for all winter tires.

Tips for Safe Winter Use

• Adjust tire pressure slightly in cold temperatures: 0.2–0.3 bar above recommendation in dry winter weather, lower in slush.
• Observe the tire's direction of rotation to efficiently drain water and snow.
• For winter tires, a lower speed index may be allowed; the permissible maximum speed should be visible.
• Never drive winter tires in summer – the soft rubber compound wears out quickly and reduces driving safety.

7-Degree Recommendation

Below 7 °C, winter tires offer better grip than summer tires. Even if summer tires still provide acceptable braking distances slightly above 0 °C, the 7-degree rule is a good guideline for tire changes.

Conclusion

With Interpneu AG, you will find the right winter tires for your vehicle. Pay attention to professional installation, correct storage, and the prescribed symbols to be safe and efficient on the road even in the cold season.