The Yakima bike racks that fit the 1-1/4 inch hitch size require Class II or higher hitches whereas the hitches for your 2021 Volkswagen Arteon like the Draw Tite # DR97FR are all Class I. Thankfully Thule makes similar bike racks that are Class I compatible like with the Thule Apex part # TH9025XT which is very similar. You'd be limited to carrying only two bikes with this rack though since it's a Class I hitch. This is due to the increased weight and leverage the additional bikes put... view full answer...
For an aero bar roof rack that will be really quiet that fits your 2024 Volkswagen Arteon we have the Thule Wingblade Evo rack part numbers # TH711420, # TH710501, # TH145075 that is a confirmed fit that would work really well. This is the nicest and best quality rack that fits your Arteon. view full answer...
I recommend the Thule WingBar Evo as the best roof rack for your 2024 Volkswagen Arteon. You will need the Crossbars # TH711420, Feet # TH710501 and Fit Kit # TH145075 to attach this to your roof. I prefer this rack as it uses a 2-piece channel seal so you will not have to trim the rubber strip like on several other manufacturers crossbars. view full answer...