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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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Cars

Is Now The Time to Buy a Used Tesla?

March 10, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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It has been interesting to see how the electric vehicle (EV) market has changed in recent years. Of course, Elon Musk's company Tesla is still at the forefront. At one point in time, his EVs were still fairly expensive, putting them out of reach for … [Read more...] about Is Now The Time to Buy a Used Tesla?

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Cars

These 5 Subaru Models Are Indestructible—And These 3 Fall Apart Fast

March 10, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Subaru has a reputation in the car world for making reliable, tough vehicles that can endure just about anything you throw at them. However, not all models are created equal. Some Subarus have been known to rack up hundreds of thousands of miles with … [Read more...] about These 5 Subaru Models Are Indestructible—And These 3 Fall Apart Fast

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Family or Marriage

The 7 Most Overlooked Signs Your Partner Is Losing Interest

March 10, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Relationships can be incredibly difficult to navigate at times. You might suddenly feel like things are off with your significant other, while not being able to put your finger on exactly what's wrong. Unfortunately, it could be that your partner is … [Read more...] about The 7 Most Overlooked Signs Your Partner Is Losing Interest

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Car Repairs

Your Exhaust Smells Sweet? Here’s Why That’s a Nightmare Scenario

March 10, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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If you notice your exhaust smells sweet, you might shrug it off. However, that's the last thing you should do. It is typically a sign of a much more serious problem: coolant leaking into your engine. By ignoring it, you could wind up with an … [Read more...] about Your Exhaust Smells Sweet? Here’s Why That’s a Nightmare Scenario

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Home

Your Basement Smells Like a Swamp? These 6 Fixes Will Solve It

March 10, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Do you have musty, swamp-like smells coming from your basement? It could be something more than just an unpleasant odor. In fact, it is a clear sign of excess moisture and potentially even mold growth. It's not something to ignore. Shrugging this … [Read more...] about Your Basement Smells Like a Swamp? These 6 Fixes Will Solve It

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Car Repairs

The Trick to Bleeding Your Brakes Without Making a Mess

March 9, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Bleeding your brakes can be tricky if you're trying to keep things clean. However, it is an essential maintenance task that needs to be done to ensure your brakes are responsive and you stay safe on the road. That said, it is possible to do without … [Read more...] about The Trick to Bleeding Your Brakes Without Making a Mess

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Home

The 9 Most Overlooked Home Maintenance Tasks That Will Cost You Later

March 9, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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If you own your home, there are some things that continuously are pushed to the side for more urgent tasks. However, neglecting home maintenance can wind up costing you way more money when it's all said and done. It's important for homeowners to … [Read more...] about The 9 Most Overlooked Home Maintenance Tasks That Will Cost You Later

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Family or Marriage

The 5 Most Common Nonsensical Complaints Men Have About Their Wives

March 9, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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I try not to complain about my wife. Neither one of us is perfect and, honestly, I cherish our life together. However, many of my friends often air their complaints about their partners when we are hanging out. Some of the things they have to say are … [Read more...] about The 5 Most Common Nonsensical Complaints Men Have About Their Wives

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