When installing a trailer hitch on your 2022 Volkswagen Taos I recommend The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 inch # C38JR. is confirmed to fit your vehicle. .
The Curt hitch # C38JR has a concealed cross tube that gives it a nice factory clean look. The hitch has an easy bolt-on installation with no welding required. The hitch has a black powder coat finish that covers the e-coat base that offers a superior rust protection. view full answer...
For your 2022 Volkswagen Taos, we do have the Vehicle Wiring Harness # C59236.
This wiring kit with give a 4-flat connector and we power your trailer's stop, turn, tail, and running lights directly from the tow vehicle's battery. view full answer...
I reached out to my Curt contact and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C38JR is confirmed to fit your 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The Curt trailer hitch has a bolt on installation and has a gloss black powder coat finish that offers superior rust resistance. I like this trailer hitch because it is manufactured in The USA.
I linked an installation video below of the Curt trailer hitch being installed onto a 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The installation process will be the same for your 2023 Volkswagen... view full answer...
Honestly, the best practice would be to avoid using an adapter like the # 80303 you'd looked at if at all possible.
The very best option would either to remove the existing 1-1/4 inch hitch and replace it with a 2 inch hitch like part # C38JR or replace your existing bike rack for one that's compatible with a 1-1/4 inch hitch such as the Swagman XTC2, part # S64670 which can carry two bikes weighing up to 35 lbs each and is compatible with both 2 inch and 1-1/4 inch receivers.
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No new information has come out regarding the Hollywood Racks Express Bike Rack and your 2022 Volkswagen Taos, however I do have another solution.
Instead, take a look at the Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack # Y02634.
This bike rack is very similar to the Hollywood Racks Express 2 Bike Rack # HRE2 that you mention, boasting the same mounting style, as well as a similar carrying capacity of 35lbs per bike, for a maximum of 70lbs.
Additionally, you're going to need the Yakima Same Key System... view full answer...
When it comes to installing a trailer hitch on your 2022 Volkswagen Taos AWD The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 inch # C38JR is confirmed to fit your vehicle.
The trailer hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required and has a gloss black powder coat finish that is over a protective base coat that offers a superior rust resistance. The hitch after installed has a concealed cross tube so it still gives the vehicle that factory look after the installation... view full answer...