When temperatures drop below zero, the most beautiful time of the year begins for many. While the first snowflakes fall outside, you can make yourself really comfortable within your own four walls. For some, the cold season promises numerous cozy hours, while others can hardly wait to hit the most beautiful slopes in our country. However, it is not only ourselves that we need to prepare for winter, but also our car. Because at the latest with the first onset of winter, driving conditions on the road change. The main focus is on the car's tires. The four wheels are responsible for ensuring that the car moves safely on the road even in snow, ice, and fog. Winter tires, which defy slush, snow, and cold, ensure the right grip. Anyone who has not yet taken care of the appropriate equipment should do so quickly, because since November 1st, as every year, the situational winter tire requirement has been in effect in Austria.
meinhaushalt.at shows that you can also order your winter tires conveniently via the Internet and how you can save money in the process. We have taken a closer look at the most popular online shops for car tires and accessories:
The 7 Best Online Shops for Car Tires and Accessories
1. Tirendo.at: as a partner of the Ă–AMTC, tirendo.at knows exactly what is important when buying winter tires. The specialist retailer's online shop has been open since March 2012 and is extremely popular with customers. Good service and hassle-free processing have also led to tirendo.at being certified with the Trusted Shops seal of approval. When choosing the right tire, customers are literally spoilt for choice. Tirendo.at offers all brands from well-known manufacturers as well as a wide variety of tire types. These include winter tires, summer tires, and all-season tires for cars, light trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, and off-road vehicles.
The annual test winners of the Ă–AMTC are, of course, also part of the range. The German parcel service takes care of shipping the tires. The order is delivered to your front door within 3-5 working days (Austria). Regarding payment, tirendo.at accepts all common payment methods such as Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, or eps online transfer. However, those who wish can also pay by invoice. If the goods do not meet the buyer's expectations, the retailer grants a withdrawal period of 30 days. The tires must be returned to tirendo.at undamaged and within the specified time frame.
2. ReifenDirekt.at: this online shop sees itself as an all-round service provider. Reifendirekt.at carries all well-known tire brands; the search is carried out via a search mask directly on the homepage. Bargains, special offers, and so-called "price hammers" round off the offer on Reifendirekt.at. The testers from TÜV also acknowledge this – they have checked the online tire shop and found it to be good. Anyone looking for summer, winter, and all-season tires will definitely find what they are looking for here. Both new and retreaded models are offered. In addition, car spare parts and common accessories such as engine oil, rims, or snow chains are available in the online shop.
Payment is made by credit card, advance payment, PayPal, direct debit, or instant bank transfer. Purchase on account is also possible. Reifendirekt.at ships the ordered goods free of shipping costs, provided the delivery includes more than 2 tires. Otherwise, €5.00 per tire (within Austria) will be charged. The delivery time is on average 4-5 working days. Similar to other online shops, Reifendirekt.at grants a 30-day right of return.
3. Reifenshop.at: every year, 500,000 customers rely on the services of Reifenshop.at. You can purchase tires of all kinds, rims, complete wheels, and various accessories on the platform. With free shipping (from 2 tires), the tire dealer also guarantees a dense range and consistent availability of many well-known tire models even in the high season, i.e., in spring and autumn. Well-known manufacturers, e.g., Michelin, Dunlop, Pirelli, can be found in the assortment just as well as lesser-known brands. Buyers pay via Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, American Express, or by advance payment. Those who do not want to pay immediately will receive an invoice. The withdrawal period at this online shop is 7 days. However, the wish to withdraw must be announced in writing after placing the order but before receiving the goods. Tip: reifenshop.at regularly provides current test reports from ADAC, AutoBild, and auto motor sport online.
4. Reifenonline.at: anyone who wants to equip their car for winter will find a large selection of winter tires and snow chains here. In addition, the online shop offers summer tires, all-season tires, rims, complete wheels, and other accessories. Furthermore, reifenonline.at offers special insurance for newly purchased tires, which covers certain damage to the tire in case of an emergency.
After receiving the order, delivery takes place within 3-10 working days. Shipping costs are €2.90 per delivery for a goods value of less than €50.00. Everything above that is free of shipping costs. If the goods are shipped outside of Austria, a flat shipping fee of €20.00 is charged. Customers can pay by direct debit or cash on delivery. Of course, credit cards and advance payment of the due amount to the dealer's account are also accepted. A return of the goods is possible within 2 weeks of receipt, but reifenonline.at then charges a processing fee of €9.00 per tire.
5. Reifen-pneus-online.at: this platform has been successfully operated since 2001 and is therefore the oldest online shop on this list. On its website, the specialist retailer offers winter tires, summer tires, and all-season tires. Those who wish can also purchase rims, complete wheels, and snow chains. Once the right set of tires has been found, there is also the possibility to choose a mounting partner nearby who will carry out the installation of the tires properly. Payment is made using the usual payment methods on the Internet: PayPal, credit card, bank transfer, or instant bank transfer. Upon request, the online shop also issues invoices. From 2 car or motorcycle tires, shipping is free for the customer; the delivery time is on average 3-5 working days. Damaged tires are only taken back if it is a warranty case. This must be reported within 14 days.
6. Profi-Reifen.at: the tire dealer Profi-Reifen has 40 branches throughout Austria. For some time now, it has also been operating an online shop where customers can order tires of all kinds easily and conveniently from home. The delivery then takes place to a Profi-Reifen branch. Those who wish can also make an appointment for installation directly on site.
Payment for the goods is made at the selected branch. Shopping in this online shop is therefore recommended for existing Profi-Reifen customers or those who have the opportunity to pick up the ordered tires at a nearby branch. If there are defects to complain about, customers must announce this within 2 days.
7. Fipio-Reifen.com: this online shop promises cheap tires of all kinds. The offer includes winter tires, summer tires, and all-season tires for cars, SUVs, but also tires for motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, vans, and trucks. Upon request, fipio-reifen.com also delivers rims and complete wheels. Right on the homepage, the customer can determine which tire in which size and for which vehicle is being sought based on various search criteria.
After a successful order, there is the possibility to pay by PayPal, bank transfer, or instant bank transfer. In selected Barzahlen branches, the invoice can also be paid in cash. The online retailer ships the tires within Austria in 5-7 working days, for which a fee of €5.99 per tire is due. A possibility of withdrawal on the part of the customer exists 4 days after receipt of the written declaration of withdrawal.
As of 2013
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