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Welcome to
TEXAS AUTOMOTIVE RECYCLERS ASSOCIATION

Fighting for the rights of automotive recyclers since 1965

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whO WE ARE

TARA is the VOICE of automotive recyclers in Texas. TARA provides education to members and advocates for the industry. For 55 years, TARA has worked with the Texas Legislature and executive branch agencies to promote a fair and safe climate for our customers and a healthy business environment for the industry.

our membership BENEFITS

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Advocacy

TARA’s lobbyist represents you and your business interests at the Capitol and before the Texas Departmentof Licensing and Regulation, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, and the Texas Commission on EnvironmentalQuality. TARA’s Political Action Committee actively supports candidates for the State Legislature who are supportive ofthe recycling industry.

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Education

TARA’s annual convention offers workshops, educational sessions, facility tours, and a trade show to keep our members updated on state and federal laws, regulations, technology, products, services, and business innovations. Through the TARA website and the TARA Newsbreak, members receive regular updates on these topics, industry news, and resources for compliance with industry regulations including the National Motor Vehicle Title InformationSystem (NMVTIS) and the End-of-Life Vehicle Solutions Corporation (ELVS).

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Networking

TARA’s annual convention provides a venue for exchanging ideas between professional recyclers in bothformal and informal settings. In contrast, the trade show offers members an opportunity to meet with suppliers fromacross the country.

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ARA Relationship

TARA is the Texas state chapter of the American Recyclers Association (ARA) and keeps you abreastof federal issues through that relationship. Additionally, all TARA members receive the Dismantlers Digest, the officialpublication of ARA.

Become part of a progressive and strong organization. Join your friends and become a family member.
Help us be your voice in the industry that is working for you.

IMPORTANT LINKS

MONTHLY NEWSLETTERS

TARA keeps its members informed of all the latest news and events in the industry. Read our most recent newsletter here

CLICK HERE

dMV SALVAGE Forms

Check out the Salvage/ Non-repairable Motor Vehicle Forms by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

CLICK HERE

INSPECTION CHECKLIST

View our Used Automotive Parts Recycler Inspection Checklist by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations

CLICK HERE

nEWS AND EVENTS

Apply for membership to stay up-to-date on industry-related events and to gain access to resources

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Welcome to
TEXAS AUTOMOTIVE RECYCLERS ASSOCIATION

whO WE ARE

Aid in purchase of parts, vehicles and the sale of used parts

strive for continuous improvement in the operations of the industry

foster programs for environmental benefits and Consumer Safety

improve public awareness of used automotive parts recyclers

deter auto theft and sale of stolen parts

direct all impending legislation related to the industry

our membership BENEFITS

01

Advocacy

02

Education

03

Networking

04

ARA Relationship