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Five Generations in Chireno

Shane Gray is the fifth generation of the Gray family to run a trading business in Chireno, Texas. What that means day to day is simple: you deal with the owner, you get a straight answer, and a handshake still means something.

Historic photograph of W. H. Gray, who opened the family general store in Chireno in the late 1800s
Late 1800s

W. H. Gray opens the general store

The family's business in Chireno started with a general store run by W. H. Gray. Neighbors traded there because they trusted the man behind the counter — the same reason folks do business with us today.

Historic Don Gray Auto Sales Wholesale sign mounted on the dealership building in Chireno, Texas
40+ Years

Don Gray's Legacy

Don Gray served Deep East Texas in the automobile business for more than forty years. Throughout his career he earned a reputation for honesty, fairness, and treating every customer with respect. His commitment to helping local families find dependable transportation continues to inspire the way Alamotors serves customers today.

The Alamotors storefront and lot on East State Highway 21 in Chireno, Texas
Today

Alamotors on Highway 21

Alamotors sells affordable pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs with flexible in-house financing from our lot on East State Highway 21. Small-town service, no pressure, and honest conversation about what fits your budget.

A handshake still means something.

Shane Gray, Alamotors

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