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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.

automotive finance

Automotive • Finances & Money

5 Financial Moves Automotive Lovers Are Making This Quarter

January 7, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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If you're an automotive enthusiast like me, you probably dream about your project car, the dream ride, or what your next vehicle might be. However, if you are truly a car lover, you know a lot more thought goes into making moves with vehicles, … [Read more...] about 5 Financial Moves Automotive Lovers Are Making This Quarter

winter habits

relationship

The Winter Habits That Slowly Turn Small Disagreements Into Resentment

January 7, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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Winter can be a difficult time for many people. Around 10 million Americans suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) during the colder months. The sun isn't out as much, and it can really impact the way you feel. In some cases, it can magnify … [Read more...] about The Winter Habits That Slowly Turn Small Disagreements Into Resentment

mechanical warning signs

Automotive

10 Mechanical Warning Signs Drivers Should Act On Immediately

January 7, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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When I was still working in automotive shops, there were a ton of issues I'd see that could have been avoided if the driver had only acted sooner. Most mechanical problems won't just disappear on their own. In fact, as time goes on, they usually get … [Read more...] about 10 Mechanical Warning Signs Drivers Should Act On Immediately

emotional intelligence

relationship

10 Emotional Skills Men Develop Later Than They Expected

January 6, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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Most men grow up thinking emotional maturity will just “click” at a certain age. They're always thinking... maybe after college, marriage, or fatherhood. But the truth is, emotional growth doesn’t follow a predictable timeline. It’s often shaped by … [Read more...] about 10 Emotional Skills Men Develop Later Than They Expected

emotional burnout

relationship

Why Couples Argue More When Both Feel Overextended but Stay Silent

January 6, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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I can't tell you the number of times my wife and I realize we've been fighting more often, and it all boils down to being overwhelmed. When you are overextended (at work, at home, or elsewhere), tension starts to build. For some reason, we always … [Read more...] about Why Couples Argue More When Both Feel Overextended but Stay Silent

emotional support

relationship

10 Partner Behaviors That Feel Supportive Without Saying A Word

January 6, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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Support doesn’t always come wrapped in grand gestures or eloquent speeches. Sometimes, the most powerful expressions of love are the ones that don’t require a single word. I can tell you that, in my marriage, a lot of the "unseen" things are what … [Read more...] about 10 Partner Behaviors That Feel Supportive Without Saying A Word

disappearing products

Lifestyle

These 6 Common Items Are Getting Harder to Find

January 6, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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You might not notice it until you need one, but some of the most familiar household items are vanishing. Whether it’s due to shifting technology, supply chain disruptions, or changing consumer habits, certain products are becoming harder to replace. … [Read more...] about These 6 Common Items Are Getting Harder to Find

emotional walls

Lifestyle • relationship

6 Emotional Walls Men Build Without Meaning To

January 6, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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You continue to grow, both mentally and emotionally, throughout your entire life. While men are typically taught to be strong, stoic, and self-reliant, some of those traits wind up building emotional walls. And most men don't realize they've built … [Read more...] about 6 Emotional Walls Men Build Without Meaning To

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