Cale Nuttall-Journalist

Cale Nuttall

Journalist

May, 2026
Higher Certificate in Film, Diplma in Journalism
Luxury Car
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About Cale Nuttall

Cale has spent the last year as a contributer for South Africa's leading motoring magazine, and writing for CARmag.co.za. After completing his Higher Certificate in Film at the SAE Institute, he completed his Diploma in Journalism at the Cape Peninsula of Technology. He now writes about his true passion: all things automotive.

Author Details

Cale acts as a consumer-oriented Automotive Journalist at TopSpeed, specializing in pickup trucks, SUVs and performance cars. My main focus includes value-focused buying advice, and the growing hybrid/EV segment.

Favorite Car

My absolute favorite car has to be my very own pride and joy, a 2004 Mazda MX5 1.8L. The long list of future cars to own include poster cars such as a black 1980s Porsche 930 Turbo and a Valencia Orange Metallic BMW 1M.

Favorite Motorcycle

I have always been attracted to cafe racer styles motorbikes such as the BMW R-Nine T and Triumph Bonneville. If I had to choose one full fairing motorcyle to fantasy garage, it would have to be Ducati 996, though a honda vfr 400 nc30 is much more realistic.

Latest

2016 Cadillac ATS-V sedan, front closeup
The Cadillac Sport Sedan That Out-Accelerated The F80 M3

Armed with a twin-turbo V6, titanium internals, and serious track aero, this Cadillac sport sedan crashed Munich's party by out-accelerating the M3.

2026 Genesis GV70 3.5T Sport Prestige AWD Exterior Right Front Tire and Wheel Detail
The Family SUV That Feels More Luxurious Than An Audi Q5

One Korean SUV redefines the luxury SUV benchmark and outclasses the Q5 in style, performance, technology, and total value.

Close-up shot of a 2026 Toyota Crown's headlight
Acura's Biggest Problem Isn't Lexus—It's This Mainstream Sedan

A mainstream flagship sedan is quietly outclassing entry-level luxury rivals with a whisper-quiet cabin, plush seating, and effortless hybrid power.

Static image of the nose of the 2027 Toyota GR86 in blue
The Performance Car That Proves They Don't Build 'Em Like This Anymore

This compact Japanese coupe pairs nimble, low-center-of-gravity handling with sensible, wallet-friendly upkeep.

A close-up shot of the Mazda badge on a Miata MX-5 
The Daily Driver With Japanese Reliability And Porsche-Level Driving Feel

One Japanese sports car bridges the gap between the reliable daily commuter and the tactile, engaging feel of a high-end European sports car.

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2025 Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus Exterior - Front 3.25 Left
Why The Mazda CX-30 Is The Smartest Compact SUV

The Mazda CX-30 stands out in the compact SUV segment for its luxury cabin, class-leading safety, and proven long-term reliability.

2025 Nissan Armada Pro-4X front close-up shot
The New Nissan SUV That Out-Muscles Toyota's Land Cruiser On Every Metric That Matters

Toyota's Land Cruiser hybrid pivot left a gap that a twin-turbo, 8,500-lb towing Nissan SUV now fills on every metric that matters.

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2023 Genesis G90 badge close-up shot
The Genesis Sedan That Feels Like A Six-Figure Luxury Car

This Korean contender enters the fray with a starting price anchored around $90,000, challenging established European rivals costing far more.

2024 G87 M2 front-end shot parked in studio
The Performance Coupe That Makes Expensive Sports Cars Hard To Justify

As six-figure sports cars multiply, one compact German coupe quietly delivers the same thrill for a fraction of the price.

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The Interior For The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The 3-Year-Old Flagship Luxury That Costs Loaded-Camry Money With A Warranty

A wicked 36-month value drop left this once-$115,000 luxury sedan matching the price of a loaded mainstream car.

Genesis GV80 front grille close-up shot
The Lexus RX Alternative Buyers Don't See Coming

For decades, luxury SUV buyers have defaulted to the same predictable choice, but out on the road, a quiet disruption is underway.

2020 Toyota 86 interior shot showing gear shifter
The Japanese Coupe That Delivers Pure Driving Joy Without The Drama

Before the luxury badges added dual-clutch gearboxes and turbochargers that isolate you from the road, this coupe was the engineering blueprint.

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Genesis GV80 front grille close-up shot
The Premium SUV That Quietly Beats Luxury Rivals At Their Own Game

This premium SUV is no longer just a compelling alternative to the traditional establishment; it has effectively become the benchmark.

Close-up of a 2024 Nissan Z's badge
The Nissan That Makes A Used Porsche 911 Look Like A Gamble

At $60,000, choosing a used Porsche 911 means you become your own insurance policy, facing the risk of a catastrophic IMS bearing failure alone.

2020 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid front close-up of wheel
The Forgotten Acura Sedan With NSX-Derived Hardware And 377 HP

The luxury used car market is full of hidden traps, but one rare phenomenon presents an incredible insider opportunity for driving enthusiasts.

2020 Toyota RAV4 XSE Hybrid front close-up of the grille
The Hybrid SUV That Makes High Mileage Feel Like A Non-Issue

This hybrid SUV has rewritten the rules of high-mileage ownership, turning a six-figure odometer from a warning sign into a badge of durability.

Front close-up of a 2020 Lexus GX 460 headlight
The Luxury SUV That Can Reach 250,000 Miles Without Becoming A Money Pit

This luxury SUV hides a commercial-grade truck frame, built to reach 250,000 miles through predictable, low-cost maintenance.

2026 Lexus IS 350 F Sport Engine close-up shot
Why Lexus Still Builds A Naturally Aspirated V6 While Rivals Chase Turbos

In a luxury car segment plagued by mechanical maladies, the 2GR-FKS V6 engine proves that true luxury lies in engineering longevity.

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2025 Genesis G90 3.5T hood badge
The Korean Flagship That Matches The Mercedes S-Class For $25,000 Less

This unexpected luxury sedan is quietly redefining the executive car segment by delivering vault-like S-Class refinement for far less.

BP 25 SEMA Varis S2K 2025 close-up of front fender
The Honda Sports Car With 580 HP On Tap And A 10,000 RPM Redline

This radical SEMA build proves a quarter-century-old Honda roadster can safely triple its factory output — and still rev past 10,000 RPM.