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2026 Volkswagen Taos Overview The 2026 Volkswagen Taos arrives as a bold, compact SUV designed for drivers who want efficiency, agility, and confidence on Michigan roads. Its blend of sleek styling, ample space, and cutting-edge technology makes it ideal for urban commuting or exploring the scenic Great Lakes region. The Taos offers seating for five […]
The Award-Winning 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan It was recently announced that the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan has been named Best Compact SUV by Good Housekeeping in its 2026 Best Family Car Awards! The newest Tiguan provides spaciousness, comfort, and safety-enhancing technology in a compact SUV footprint. Its redesigned interior offers more passenger room than the previous model […]
2026 VW Golf R and 2026 VW Golf GTI Overview Volkswagen’s lineup continues to showcase the enduring appeal of two of the most celebrated performance hatchbacks in the compact segment: the 2026 VW Golf R and the 2026 VW Golf GTI. Each model brings a distinct flavor of sport driving into everyday use, making them […]
Happy New Year from Thelen Volkswagen Happy New Year from Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, Michigan! Our dealership will be closing at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31st, and we will be closed on Thursday, January 1st, for the holiday. We will reopen for normal business hours on Friday, January 2nd. Contact us about driving […]
2026 VW Jetta Overview The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta is a compact sedan that blends everyday comfort with intelligent design and efficiency. It offers classic VW engineering with modern touches like a turbocharged engine and standard driver-assist technology, making it a strong choice for buyers in Mid-Michigan seeking a reliable and well-equipped sedan for daily commuting, […]
Safe and Spacious Volkswagen Options It was recently announced that the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas and 2026 Atlas Cross Sport were each named a TOP SAFETY PICK+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)! To qualify for the TOP SAFETY PICK+ award in 2025, a vehicle must earn a good rating in the Institute’s updated […]
2026 VW ID.4 Overview The 2026 VW ID.4 efficiently blends full-electric driving with SUV capability. It offers a roomy interior, modern tech, and strong electric range — ideal for Mid-Michigan roads, whether you’re commuting around Bay City, Midland, cruising the Great Lakes Bay Region or taking a weekend adventure to the UP. Exterior Design The […]
Top Safety Rating for the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz It was recently announced that the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz has earned a 5-Star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)! The Highway Safety Act created NHTSA to reduce crash-related deaths, injuries, and costs, and introduced the 5-Star Safety Ratings to guide […]
Happy Thanksgiving! Happy Thanksgiving from Thelen Volkswagen and the rest of the Thelen Auto Group team in Bay City, Michigan. We will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but will reopen on Friday, November 28th, for normal business hours. Have a safe and happy holiday!
Award-Winning 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan It has just been announced that the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan has earned a 5-Star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Volkswagen continues to prioritize passenger safety as a cornerstone of its brand identity. To help protect occupants, the all-new 2025 Tiguan, now in its third generation, […]


