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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

9 Compact Cars Mechanics Recommend Avoiding in 2025

January 24, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Compact cars are known for being affordable and fuel-efficient. However, not every make and model will live up to those expectations. Unfortunately, some of them come with significant problems that can turn into expensive repairs. As a former … [Read more...] about 9 Compact Cars Mechanics Recommend Avoiding in 2025

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General

She’s A Stalker: 12 Signs She’s Become Obsessed With You

January 24, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Unfortunately, I've had to deal with a stalker in the past. One date spiraled into hundreds of harassing phone calls and feeling like I couldn't go anywhere without bumping into her. If you notice that someone seems overly fixated on you, trust your … [Read more...] about She’s A Stalker: 12 Signs She’s Become Obsessed With You

cars mechanics wouldn't buy

Cars

8 Cars Mechanics Would Never Buy for Themselves and Why

January 24, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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As a former mechanic, I've seen a lot of things go wrong with a lot of cars. However, there are some vehicles that you see on the back of a tow truck more than others. These cars are prone to breakdowns and expensive repairs. For that reason, most … [Read more...] about 8 Cars Mechanics Would Never Buy for Themselves and Why

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Communication

Women Hate These 5 Characteristics in Men

January 24, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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As a man in the dating world, it's important to know what is considered a turn-off by the fairer sex. It's just as important as knowing what makes you attractive to women. It's true that everyone has unique preferences when it comes to finding the … [Read more...] about Women Hate These 5 Characteristics in Men

popular cars with hidden problems

Cars

6 Popular Cars With Hidden Problems You Don’t Want to Deal With

January 23, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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When it comes to buying a car, even the most popular models can have hidden issues that turn your dream ride into a nightmare. While these vehicles might look appealing on the surface, digging deeper often reveals design flaws, mechanical problems, … [Read more...] about 6 Popular Cars With Hidden Problems You Don’t Want to Deal With

your car is a lemon

Cars

10 Indicators That Your Car Is A Lemon

January 23, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Buying a new car can be exciting. Getting behind the wheel of a vehicle that you've just bought feels like a second home, but there's nothing worse than realizing you purchased something unreliable. There could be hidden problems in a used car or … [Read more...] about 10 Indicators That Your Car Is A Lemon

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Family or Marriage

The Secrets Happy Couples Know That Others Don’t

January 23, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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I'm happily married. My wife and I will celebrate our sixth wedding anniversary this year and nine years together. I've had a number of my friends ask what the secret is. Honestly, there is no "secret," but there are some things that happy couples … [Read more...] about The Secrets Happy Couples Know That Others Don’t

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Spending

Gifts To Give Your Wife Based on Her Love Language

January 23, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Picking out a great gift for my wife is often difficult. Luckily, she's made me an Amazon list of things to choose from any time I'm stumped. However, one great thing to consider if you are scratching your head about what gift to buy is her love … [Read more...] about Gifts To Give Your Wife Based on Her Love Language

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