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Drew Blankenship

Drew Blankenship is a veteran automotive writer and content strategist with over 20 years of hands-on experience as a Porsche technician, delivering expert insights into vehicle maintenance, dealership practices, market trends, and the intersection of cars with personal finance.
His bylines appear in CleverDude.com and SavingAdvice.com, as well as other leading outlets such as HotCars, Youcanic, and Vehicle History.

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Lifestyle • Sports

Super Bowl Bets Are Surging—But These 6 Wagers Could Get You Flagged by Your Bank

January 15, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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The Super Bowl is on February 8, 2026. It is not only America's biggest sporting event of the year, but it is one of the largest betting events as well. Betting odds and predictions heavily favor the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams. And there … [Read more...] about Super Bowl Bets Are Surging—But These 6 Wagers Could Get You Flagged by Your Bank

vehicle search

Safety

Police Alert: This One Phrase at a Traffic Stop Can Trigger a Full Vehicle Search

January 15, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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One of the biggest mistakes people make in traffic stops is not fully knowing their rights. You see the flashing lights in your rearview, your heart rate spikes, and you'll do anything to make the problem just go away. However, in the heat of the … [Read more...] about Police Alert: This One Phrase at a Traffic Stop Can Trigger a Full Vehicle Search

smart home

Safety • Technology

This One Smart Home Feature Could Be Spying on You—Even When It’s Off

January 15, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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I've never been super comfortable with the idea of a "smart home." Your phone already listens to everything you are saying, sure. But some of the other pieces of technology are just a little over the top in this aspect. You know that voice assistant … [Read more...] about This One Smart Home Feature Could Be Spying on You—Even When It’s Off

fuel-saving trick

Automotive

Mechanics Warn: This “Fuel-Saving Trick” Is Quietly Destroying Engines in Cold States

January 14, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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In cold states like Michigan, Minnesota, and upstate New York, a so-called “fuel-saving trick” is wreaking havoc on engines. During the time that I worked as a mechanic, I saw everything. As more people became concerned with fuel consumption, I saw … [Read more...] about Mechanics Warn: This “Fuel-Saving Trick” Is Quietly Destroying Engines in Cold States

daisy chaining

Safety

Electricians Warn: This Extension Cord Mistake Is Fueling House Fires Across the South in 2026

January 14, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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If you’ve ever plugged one extension cord into another to stretch across a room, you’re far from alone, but electricians say this common shortcut is causing a surge in preventable house fires across the South. While it’s not “newly illegal” under … [Read more...] about Electricians Warn: This Extension Cord Mistake Is Fueling House Fires Across the South in 2026

TSA 2026

Travel tips

Traveling in 2026: 9 Things the TSA Won’t Let You Pack Anymore

January 14, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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If you’re planning to fly in 2026, don’t assume last year’s packing list still applies. The TSA has quietly updated its prohibited items list, and some of the changes are catching travelers off guard. From tech gadgets to everyday toiletries, several … [Read more...] about Traveling in 2026: 9 Things the TSA Won’t Let You Pack Anymore

IRS review

Taxes

IRS Warns: Routine Financial Patterns Are Triggering Surprise Reviews for Millions of Americans

January 14, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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Around 6 in 10 Americans have expressed that they have anxiety about being audited at tax time. As the IRS taps into AI and other tools, the fear of being audited is at an all-time high. The IRS has recently expanded its use of third-party data … [Read more...] about IRS Warns: Routine Financial Patterns Are Triggering Surprise Reviews for Millions of Americans

glovebox search

Automotive • Legal Advice

Cops Say This One Item in Your Glovebox Could Get You Searched—Even If You’re Sober

January 14, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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I've had my fair share of run-ins with the police, but have been lucky to keep my nose clean for the last decade or so. However, the legal landscape has changed quite a bit in those 10 years. According to multiple law enforcement agencies, a single … [Read more...] about Cops Say This One Item in Your Glovebox Could Get You Searched—Even If You’re Sober

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