Port Shepstone mechanic Mark D’alton (Redline) has attracted attention both online and on the streets after taking part in recent marches advocating for stronger immigration enforcement.

Known as Mlungisi ‘The Fixer’, Mark was among the hundreds who joined Tuesday’s march (June 30) in Port Shepstone.

Dressed in his trademark red-and-blue bucket hat, he was hard to miss.

The self-employed mechanic, who specialises in servicing and repairing vehicles, summed up his dual roles with a familiar catchphrase: “I service and repair. And sometimes I march.”

Reflecting on the day, Mark described the march as good exercise.

“The march turned into a run, then to a walk,” he chuckled.

He said he was proud the march was peaceful and that he took part to prove ‘keyboard warriors’ wrong.
“Today we showed the world we can march peacefully. Thank you, March and March. We proved the haters wrong here in Sheppie,” he said.

“We had a good time, and I know the organisers and most of the people marching because they are my customers.”

Although he initially stayed towards the back of the crowd to avoid the spotlight, Mark was recognised and invited to address the gathering.

The following day, it was back to the workshop for the trending mechanic, whose videos and photos on social media have attracted widespread attention.

“It was back to work yesterday (Wednesday) to make my own salary and support my family. Thank you to all my followers who have become friends and customers. I am truly blessed,” he said.

Known for his love of cars, witty sense of humour and natural presence in front of the camera, Mark has built a sizeable following on social media, where he regularly shares content from his workshop and everyday life.

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