Our History
1926
Humble Beginnings
Cleveland Burton opened Burton Auto Supply at the corner of Highway 83 and Kansas Avenue in Weslaco, Texas.
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Our Values
Commitment
We’ve remained committed to our customers and community through economic challenges and changes.
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1929
Surviving the Great Depression
Despite the stock market crash, Burton Auto persevered by serving Ford Model-T owners who needed to repair rather than replace their vehicles.
1952
Expansion and Growth
Moved to our present location at 525 East Highway 83 and expanded into Bearing and Industrial divisions to serve growing agricultural and industrial markets.
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Knowledge
We invest in training to maintain the most knowledgeable sales staff in the industry.
Adaptability
We’ve continuously evolved to meet changing market demands and customer needs.
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1960s-70s
Modernization
Opened Service Parts Warehouse, a central distribution facility to supply all stores from one location.
1980s
Diversification
Entered heavy duty truck parts and hydraulics business. Joined Federated Auto Parts and Truck Pride to compete with national chains.
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Quality
We provide top-quality products and technical assistance to all our customers.
Community Partnership
Investing in local initiatives and fostering the same spirit of resilience that has defined our region.
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1990s
Specialization
Became distributor for Quincy air compressors and Premier Distributor for Aeroquip hose and fittings, expanding service capabilities.
2000s
Embracing the Future
As we look toward the next hundred years, we remain dedicated to our founding principles: providing quality parts, expert knowledge, and unwavering support to our community.
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Today
Our Legacy
Our story is a testament to Texas resilience and ingenuity. The same spirit that guided Cleveland Burton through the Great Depression—a focus on quality, service, and adapting to customer needs—continues to drive us forward today.
From the iconic Model-T to modern hybrid and electric vehicles, from family farms to large-scale industrial operations, our legacy is one of evolution without ever losing sight of our core identity: being your trusted, local partner for whatever comes next.
Today, we continue to build on Cleveland Burton’s original vision while adapting to meet the changing needs of our customers in the Valley and beyond.