Founded in 1979, TRAA is the umbrella trade group and national voice of America's towing and recovery industry. TRAA’s membership includes professionals from the United States, Canada, and abroad. TRAA represents the interests of the towing and recovery industry on Capitol Hill, sponsoring annual events and meetings that are attended by members as well as state association officers and leaders. TRAA also produces an array of educational products supporting professionalism and safety. TRAA is a 501 (c)(6) nonprofit membership national towing association, governed by a representative board of directors and TRAA’s member companies comprise the industry’s leaders and the major suppliers to the towing and recovery industry.