Cale Nuttall
Journalist
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.