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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.

renting a car from TURO

Cars

6 Reasons Renting A Car From TURO Is A Bad idea

February 14, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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TURO has been marketed as an easier way to have your rental car needs met. However, there are some things you need to consider before you click "book now." There are several serious risks and drawbacks to using the platform. In some cases, you might … [Read more...] about 6 Reasons Renting A Car From TURO Is A Bad idea

nice guy

Family or Marriage

No More Mr. Nice Guy: 6 Sad Reasons He’ll Never Get The Girl

February 14, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Being the "nice guy" has the tendency to backfire on you in the dating world. You can't just be the nice guy. Being kind and accommodating will only get you so far. Unfortunately, this means that the nice guy rarely gets the gal he's after. Here's … [Read more...] about No More Mr. Nice Guy: 6 Sad Reasons He’ll Never Get The Girl

Worst Car Dealerships In Texas

Cars

These Are The 7 Worst Car Dealerships In Texas

February 14, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Buying a car can be exciting, but you need to do business with a reputable dealer to have the best experience possible. For many Texans, the entire ordeal has turned into a nightmare due to some of the dealerships in the area. They've found some … [Read more...] about These Are The 7 Worst Car Dealerships In Texas

before the ring

Family or Marriage

6 Questions to Ask Before Giving Her A Ring

February 14, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Nearly six years ago, I got married to my wife. For us, it was one of the greatest decisions we've ever made. However, that's not the case for everyone. There are several things you need to consider before you pop the question. So, ask yourself these … [Read more...] about 6 Questions to Ask Before Giving Her A Ring

car colors

Cars

8 Most Eye-Catching Car Colors and Why They’re So Popular

February 14, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Car colors can say a lot about the person behind the wheel. Some of the most eye-catching colors actually have some interesting psychology behind the color selection. So, why are some of the craziest colors so popular? Here is what we know about some … [Read more...] about 8 Most Eye-Catching Car Colors and Why They’re So Popular

most stolen cars

Cars

These 6 Cars Are The Most Stolen Cars In the US

February 13, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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More than 1 million cars were stolen in the United States in 2023, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This was a 25% increase from previous years and it's continuing to be on the rise. That said, certain vehicles … [Read more...] about These 6 Cars Are The Most Stolen Cars In the US

separate bedrooms

Family or Marriage

Are Separate Bedrooms the Secret to a Happy Marriage? Experts Weigh In

February 13, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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My wife and I tend to judge other couples based on some of the habits they have in their homes. One thing we've always said that is we want to sleep together, in the same bed. Couples who do this never made much sense to us, but apparently, there are … [Read more...] about Are Separate Bedrooms the Secret to a Happy Marriage? Experts Weigh In

BMW accessories

Cars

7 Worthless Accessories On Most BMW’s

February 13, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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BMW is among some of the more luxury car brands. Like other top brands, BMW has a range of cutting-edge technology in its cars. However, not every feature adds value to the ride. Some BMW accessories are just unnecessary. Most do little more than … [Read more...] about 7 Worthless Accessories On Most BMW’s

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