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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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Insurance

Why Women Over 60 Face Hidden Obstacles in Getting Affordable Car Insurance

September 16, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Getting behind the wheel after 60 should bring more freedom, not more financial burden. Yet many women over 60 are quietly discovering that car insurance premiums creep up, discounts disappear, and coverage options dwindle, without much warning. If … [Read more...] about Why Women Over 60 Face Hidden Obstacles in Getting Affordable Car Insurance

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Automotive

7 Hidden Safety Defects Car Dealers Hope You Never Research

September 16, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Car dealers are skilled at highlighting the best features of a vehicle (sleek designs, high-tech gadgets, and promises of reliability). What they’re far less eager to discuss are the hidden safety defects that don’t show up on the sales sheet. These … [Read more...] about 7 Hidden Safety Defects Car Dealers Hope You Never Research

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Health

Why Men in Their 50s Are Dying From Blood Clots at Record Rates

September 16, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Blood clots, especially pulmonary embolism (PE) and deep vein thrombosis (DVT), are quietly killing more men in their 50s than ever before. If you’re in this age group (or know someone who is), this isn’t just medical jargon: understanding what’s … [Read more...] about Why Men in Their 50s Are Dying From Blood Clots at Record Rates

Automotive

10 Used Cars With High Mileage That Are Still Smart Buys

September 15, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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When shopping for a used car, many buyers immediately dismiss anything with high mileage. The assumption is that more miles mean more problems and costly repairs ahead. However, some vehicles are built to last far beyond the 100,000-mile mark, making … [Read more...] about 10 Used Cars With High Mileage That Are Still Smart Buys

car maintenance

Automotive

Mechanics Share 10 Things They’d Never Do to Their Own Cars

September 15, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Car owners often make small mistakes that seem harmless at first but end up causing major problems down the road. Professional mechanics know exactly which habits lead to costly repairs because they’ve seen it happen countless times in their shops. … [Read more...] about Mechanics Share 10 Things They’d Never Do to Their Own Cars

marriage

Family or Marriage

8 Harsh Truths About Marriage People Realize Too Late

September 15, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Marriage is often romanticized as the ultimate happy ending, but reality is much more complicated. Couples soon discover that love alone doesn’t guarantee harmony, and the challenges can be surprising. While many lessons come through trial and error, … [Read more...] about 8 Harsh Truths About Marriage People Realize Too Late

Popular ideas

Lifestyle

11 Popular Ideas That Make No Sense in Real Life

September 15, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Some ideas catch on because they sound good in theory, but when applied in everyday life, they fall apart. People follow them out of habit, tradition, or social pressure without stopping to question their logic. The problem is that these so-called … [Read more...] about 11 Popular Ideas That Make No Sense in Real Life

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Family • Parenting

10 Telltale Signs You Were Never the Favorite Child

September 15, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Every family has its quirks, but in some households, favoritism is more than just a passing feeling—it’s a lived experience. Many people grow up sensing they weren’t the “favorite child,” even if no one ever admitted it out loud. This realization … [Read more...] about 10 Telltale Signs You Were Never the Favorite Child

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