No More Theatrical Trailers?

Nelson, the admin of MichaelBay.com, provided a few stats about the trailer in regards to the website. He later commented that it seems that 1st theatrical trailer for Transformers: Dark of the Moon will also be its last.
-Trailer got downloaded & viewed on this site about 1.3 million times. That's what bought down the site for a couple of minutes.

-Bay has just finished the 3D trailer which will be featured on 'Pirates.' It's basically the same trailer with a couple new shots.

- High res poster: http://www.michaelbay.com/images/TF3_MB2.jpg

Question from Plague1980: I know you said there will be some extra stuff added to the 3D trailer but can you tell us if there may be another trailer down the line before the movie hits? Not asking for a date or anything, just if there will be one? Thanks.

Nelson: Aside from the 3D trailer & TV ads I think this is it.
Considering how "late" this trailer came out compared to the previous two films (and most summer films really) I am not surprised. Especially since a trailer 1.5ish is planned for the end of May with Pirates 4. Once the 3D trailer comes out the movie is only 1 month away. Typically that is when the studio marketing department forgoes introducing new theatrical trailers and starts cranking out the TV spots. Revenge of the Fallen had around 18+ spots if my memory serves but I wonder if they will just as conservative with the TV ads as have been with the theatrical trailers.

As for the image with this post, the top pic is from the Superbowl spot, the bottom is from the just released trailer. Noticed a few differences? For example more spaceships, bigger & brighter boom, a building that grew a twin and other tweaks that show that even after a spot is put together Bay and the fine folks at ILM & Digital Domain are still hard at work getting the best out of each and very frame of the film. Thanks to Shane W. for the picture.

New Transformers: Dark of the Moon Poster (Updated)

With the release of a new trailer comes the release of a new poster via Yahoo Movies! This one shows Optimus Prime with a destroyed Chicago in the background with Sam and Carly. Thanks to Richard P., Feris Othman, v1p3rS, and Sahara.

Update: Swapped out the poster with the hi-res image provided by MichaelBay.com. Thanks to AiC Hokie for the link.



Transformers: Dark of the Moon Theatrical Trailer Is Here (Updated)

The theatrical trailer for Transformers: Dark of the Moon was leaked early (such as to Peru21.pe, thanks Benn) which has lead to the early release of the trailer at Apple Trailers in glorious HD. As it proves, the early description from ElectricPrada09 was on the money. On a related note, I was able to verify that the official twitter account for DOTM is @TF3Movie. Because was dinged by the copyright police, instead of uploading to my account, thanks to Frederico for the 1080p video embed (below) of the trailer.

Update: MichaelBay.com has posted the trailer along with links to download the 720p & 1080p HD versions of the trailer.

Update 2: Hit the links below for lots of screenshots from the trailer with number of pics in parenthesis.
Seibertron (x247) | TFW2005 (x89) | CinemaBlend (x105)



Official Synopsis:
When a mysterious event from Earth’s past erupts into the present day it threatens to bring a war to Earth so big that the Transformers alone will not be able to save us. The movie stars Shia LaBeouf, John Turturro, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Patrick Dempsey, Kevin Dunn, with John Malkovich and Frances McDormand.

Countdown To Trailer Sam & Simmons Image

It seems that TFW2005 was able to get the final still from Transformers: Dark of the Moon early (supposed to come out around 11AM EST). The image joins Shockwave, Carly and the Decepticon spaceship. It shows Sam with Simmons in a wheelchair due to an injured left leg. The trailer itself will be out at 7PM on Apple Trailers.

2011 New York Auto Show

Saving the best for last the global auto inudstry showed the world what else they have been working at this year's New York Auto Show. Bumper2Bumpertv was there to see who came up with what and how it might play out.

2011 Brabus Tesla Sport Cars Green Package Roadster

2011 Brabus Tesla Sport Cars Green Package Roadster
The latest Brabus’ Zero expelling division cooperated on German electricity caller RWE and created the Green Package as the Tesla Roadster, it are as provide added up value to thems customers. This is its latest creation called the Tesla Roadster Brabus Green Sports Pack. Brabus is a prestigious Mercedes-Benz tuner for building highway ballistic weapons and now also has a key for the Telsa Roadster all-electric sports car.
The 2011 Brabus Tesla Sport Cars Green Package Roadster from the BRABUS Zero Emission business division and its cooperation partner RWE, one of the world’s largest producers of electricity, redefines the sports car. The exclusive BRABUS customization program for the first electric production sports car includes the RWE-BRABUS high-tech quick charging station for the customer’s garage and environmentally friendly RWE Eco Electricity for 30,000 kilometers (18,641 miles). Also included is a one-year RWE car electricity pass for free use of all public RWE charging stations. In less than six hours after the open-top sports car eco sense for a range of about 350 km (220 miles) was calculated. Eco-friendly power is available away from home as well. The Green Package also includes a one-year pass for free use of all public RWE charging stations.
2011 Brabus Tesla Sport Cars Green Package Roadster
BRABUS Zero Emission works on eco-friendly vehicle concepts. In customizing the TESLA Roadster the team of engineers, designers and marketing specialists goes beyond just refining the vehicle. The decision to buy this premium electric sports car is even easier to make if customers have their own powerful charging stations at home.
The 2011 Brabus Tesla Sport Cars Green Package Roadster also comes with exclusive equipment. It includes a spectacular look. To refine the mid-engine sports car even more striking face of BRABUS designers on the front with a very light carbon fiber front lip spoiler and integrated LED daytime running lights in the grille. The sides of the Tesla refined Brabus floor heating be futuristic “Space Lights”. They are activated with the remote control or by opening a door. Moving to the back of the BRABUS rear wing and diffuser to the attention of the eye. Both are made of lightweight but high strength carbon fibers. The round taillights are highlighted with color-matching applications.
2011 Brabus Tesla Sport Cars Green Package Roadster fulfills any color request on the electric sports car. The palette ranges from conventional metallic and non-metallic paints in any color imaginable to matte paints and effect paints with genuine crystals. A custom-tailored BRABUS tire/wheel combination provides better driving dynamics. The two-seater is refined with weight-optimized BRABUS Monoblock S alloy wheels in size 7Jx18 in front and in size 8.5Jx19 in the rear. The matching high-performance tires in sizes 215/35 ZR 18 in front and 255/30 ZR 19 on the rear axle were selected specifically for their low rolling resistance.
2011 Brabus Tesla Sport Cars Green Package Roadster
Innovative ideas have fueled the success of BRABUS for more than three decades. With its tuning program for the TESLA Roadster the company from Bottrop also addresses an issue often criticized in electric cars: The engine sound. To lend the two-seater are more exciting sound the BRABUS electronics specialists developed a space sound generator. The crew onboard the TESLA Roadster can select from various engine sound simulations such as the sound of a typical V8, a racecar or two futuristic soundscapes called Beam and Warp. The sound intensity is dependent on the respective power output of the electric motor.
The 2011 Brabus Tesla Sport Cars Green Package Roadster is available only in Germany.

Countdown To Trailer Spaceship Image

While it isn't a Transformer, can't say I am complaining as Apple Trailers has posted the third movie still from Transformers: Dark of the Moon before the trailer debuts Thursday at 7PM EST. The image of a Decepticon spaceship joins Shockwave and Carly stills released in the last two days. Also Apple posted the Bumblebee banner without the text and watermark. Net result is now can pick your poison on wallpaper. According to MB.com admin Nelson, a fourth and final image will be posted tomorrow at 11am EST. Thanks to Feris and Sideburn for the heads-up. Update: From the comments, the DOTM Facebook page has also posted the text-less banners for Optimus and Shockwave here but the size is a bit small.



2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept

2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept
Just unveiled at the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show is the 2011 BMW M5 concept. When the first-generation BMW M5 arrived in the U.S. in 1987, it essentially created a new class of high-performance sports sedan. The super sports cars sedan concept continued to evolve reaching the point where the last-generation M5 came with a Formula 1-inspired V-10 engine, but its clunky single-clutch paddle-shift gearbox and weighty chassis disappointed. Since then, others have upped their game and stolen the limelight. Not one to give up easily, BMW is poised to reign supreme once again in the world of blazingly quick 4-doors. A reign, might we add, that will allow for five full-sized adults to sit comfortably.
2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept
The BMW M5 was the first car of its kind to offer racing-oriented high performance in a sedan that could be driven without restrictions in everyday road traffic. This unique concept cars developed into a remarkable success story spanning four model generations. The BMW M GmbH is now drawing the attention of racing car enthusiasts to a four-seater yet again. The 2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept, which is making its public debut at the Auto Shanghai 2011, presents itself as the latest reinterpretation of this unmistakable vehicle character.
2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept
For 25 years now, the fascinating combination of supreme driving comfort experienced in a premium upper midrange sedan and the handling characteristics of a high-performance sports car has been described by one single unmistakable model designation – BMW M5. In 1984, with the first generation of this model, the BMW M GmbH laid the foundation stone for a completely new vehicle category.
A new high-revving V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo Technology guarantees typical M power output. The eight-cylinder power unit delivers a spontaneous and even acceleration, which remains constant up to the highest load and is characteristic of the M feeling, in a previously unequalled dimension. At the same time, both performance and efficiency have been significantly increased in comparison to the previous engine. Numerous drivetrain innovations and other enhancements have lead to a reduction in fuel consumption and emission levels by more than 25 percent. The new engine and a seven-speed M double-clutch transmission with Drivelogic and M-specific suspension and steering create the ideal prerequisites for an unrivalled driving experience.
2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept - the future of the high-performance sports car with four doors and five seats. The 2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept embodies the vision of a premium upper midrange sedan offering the highest degree of comfort for up to five occupants and allowing the driver to follow the ideal racing line both on the racetrack and in everyday road traffic. The 2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept combines outstanding performance resulting from racing-inspired drive and suspension technology with typical M aesthetics that authentically express the vehicle's dynamic potential.
2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept
The concept car visualises the unmistakable characteristics of a BMW M model, which mature from a harmonious overall concept in which engine, suspension and design complement each other perfectly. The BMW M GmbH's know-how gained from decades of experience and constantly further developed under racing conditions manifests itself in this combination. Innovative technology derived directly from motor racing provides each new BMW model with unmatched high-performing characteristics.
2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept
With powerfully modelled wheel arches and dynamically flowing lines, the 2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept also signalises uncompromising sportiness when viewed from the side. The long wheelbase, the set back passenger cabin and the black side window surrounds distinctively underscore the sedan's stretched silhouette. This appearance is even more strongly emphasised through M-specific lowering of the vehicle. The athletically flared wheel arches are complemented by M-specific light alloy wheels sporting a double-spoke design. Due to the vehicle's wide track, they are flush with the car body. The 20-inch forged rims are fitted with tyre size 265/35 ZR20 at the front and 265/35 ZR20 at the back.
2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept
The world premiere of the 2011 BMW Sports Cars Sedan M5 Concept at the Auto Shanghai 2011 gives clear signals for the continuation of this tradition. Based on the design vocabulary developed for the BMW 5-Series Sedan, the near-series concept car reflects the characteristic styling features of a BMW M automobile, with which the car’s further enhanced dynamic potential is authentically visualised.

Countdown To Trailer Carly Image

A new movie still is up on Apple Trailers to continue the countdown to the release of the trailer on Thursday at 7PM EST. Before it was Shockwave, this time it is something a little less spectacular with an image of Carly. Not a knock against Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as would say the same for any other human character but I watch Transformers for the Transformers. If the comments are any indication, there is a vocal minority *cough*trolls*cough* that seem to watch the film only for the human (aka female) characters and do not find the Transformers that important to the films. Each their own. Hopefully the last image will be more TF goodness.

On a related note, Katie R. reports that Entertainment Tonight is planning to have a Dark of the Moon report to along with the launch of the trailer. No teaser yet on ET's website but I don't recall the last time ET wasn't used to help market Transformers when a trailer is released. If anything I am surprised they are not getting a "sneak peek" for their Wednesday episode. Thanks to Sam N. who provided a DVR pic that confirms ET's plans for Thursday.

Dark of the Moon Album, Score Dated

Amazon has posted the pre-order page for Transformers: Dark of the Moon - The Album and Transformers: Dark of the Moon - The Score. The release date is June 7th, 2011. So far this is no track list or any other details beside an album cover that is probably a temporary placeholder. Both are currently priced at $16.69 but that price is going to drop. Thanks to Winston for the links.

Possible Trailer Description

It seems that working at a theatre just might havea few benefits as ElectricPrada09 provides a description of the first theatrical trailer for Transformers: Dark of the Moon . While there have been fake descriptions before, this one has the benefit of being proven true or false in trust a few days when the trailer premieres online at 7PM EST on Thursday. I altered the spacing some just cause.Read More »

Transformers: Foundation #3 Preview

By now you know the drill. New comic Wednesday brings a new Transformer book, in this case a Transformers: Dark of the Moon prequel book. Comics Continuum has the covers and first five pages of Foundation #3 here (mirrored at TFW2005).

Transformers: Foundation #3
Written by John Barber, art by Andrew Griffith, covers by Brian Rood.
Optimus Prime has reached his goal: the gates of Megatron's citadel. Prime has one thing in mind and he won't let Shockwave or Starscream slow him down -- tonight, Megatron must die! Secrets are revealed and lines are crossed as the countdown to Transformers 3 ramps up. How far will Prime go to stop the Decepticons?
32 pages, $3.99.

2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar

2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar
The Charger redline bring 2011 version of the popular vehicle lower to the ground with a suspension that lowers the car an inch. Chrysler Group LLC's Mopar Division will launch a limited-edition Dodge Charger outfitted with select high-performance parts and appearance items straight from the Mopar parts catalog, to built on the success of 2010 Dodge Challenger Mopar.
2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar
A sports car from Chrysler is back, this time present in the arena of the 2011 New York Auto Show is the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar. With power and good performance, 2011 Mopar Dodge Charger ’11 to give you a different sensation when the highways since 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar has the look of the mysterious and ferocious.
"The 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar '11 Charger takes the 'head- turning' factor up a few notches," said Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group's service, parts and customer-care brand. "By adding some of the most distinctive accessories to an already strong performer, we've created a special-edition car for enthusiasts."
2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar
Like the Dodge Charger R/T, the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar also uses a machine with a capacity large enough so that the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar’11 uses powered  5.7-liter HEMI®  V8 capable of producing power at 370 hp with 395 lb-ft of torque, the specially equipped Charger includes the "Super Trac Pac" option that pushes the capabilities of the Dodge Charger Mopar in acceleration, handling and braking. Already powerful, the 5.7-liter has been tuned to extract the maximum amount of torque from the engine with the inclusion of a specially calibrated engine controller. The controller matches maximum engine power and transmission shifting to the differential for the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar. While the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar’11 transmission used is 5-speed automatic transmission with Auto Stick feature, so with the Auto Stick feature, the driver can select a higher gear or lower and the transmission controller which can help prevent the possibility of over-rev condition in 2011 Dodge Mopar Charger.
2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar
While the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar’11 has a fairly rapid acceleration of being able to travel 0-60 mph less than 5 seconds. 2011 Dodge Mopar Charger ’11 has a three stage stability control, standard tune and sporty suspension that can give you comfort when using the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar’11 on the road. Enhancements to the chassis include adding larger front 30mm solid stabilizer bar and rear 20mm solid stabilizer bar, increases from 27mm and 16mm (respectively). Adding to the overall stability and handling of the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar are cross-car braces located at both the front and rear shock towers. For increased luggage space, the rear tower-to-tower brace may be easily removed.
2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar
Specific-design, 20-inch x 8-inch Envy wheels are fitted with Goodyear F1 Supercar 245/45ZR20 tires at all four corners. Wheels are a five-spoke design with a 45mm offset, include specific Mopar center caps and are finished in a high-gloss black complementing the overall "Pitch Black" exterior finish of the 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar.
2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar
The interior boasts Katzkin leather seats, metallic trim and a strange shifter. There are also alloy pedals, 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar floor mats and an individually-numbered plaque. The suspension is also revised. It features bigger stabilizer bars (30 mm at the front and 20mm at the rear) and strut tower braces Mopar also installed a high performance braking system with enormous calipers and discs behind the 20” wheels. Excellent stopping power is provided through vented rotors measuring 345mm x 28mm up front that are fitted with dual-piston, sliding calipers. At the rear, vented rotors measuring 320mm x 22mm, coupled with single-piston calipers are used.
2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar is available in a choice of colors Pitch Black, interior Mopar Dodge Charger ’11 is also the same as the color of the exterior so that the 2011 Dodge Charger Mopar ’11 is really very mysterious and very suitable for those who like to be a hidden strength. A pair of blue lines also give the impression of a different race. The blue line in 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar is from front to back, not only exterior but the interior 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar’11 also has a blue line.
2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar’11 will be built in Brampton, Ontario and settled in central upfit in Windsor, Ontario. 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar’11 will be produced as many as 1000 units, 900 units will be provided to the United States, while 100 units for Canada. 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar’11 will be sold with prices starting at $ 39,750 and for ordering will be available starting on 18 April while the Dodge Mopar Charger ’11 shipments will begin in late summer.
2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar
Customers who purchase a 2011 Dodge Sport Cars Charger Mopar will receive a personalized owner kit in a customized Mopar '11 box. The kit will include a certificate with the vehicle identification number (VIN), exact date of manufacture and the number of the vehicle. The kit will also include a brochure that highlights the unique features of the vehicle, exclusive Mopar '11 merchandise.

Countdown To Trailer Shockwave Images

The trailer is set to premiere this Thursday at 7:00PM EST. As a kind of countdown to the date, Apple Trailers is premiering an image from the movie each day according to Paramount’s Marketing director Tamar Teifeld. The first one is Shockwave with a great look at his Cyclops head.

As a bonus, I have added 2 other Shockwave images being used to promote a DOTM Facebook page. The first image is the same as the one on DOTM kids books but shows more of the body while the second one is a promotional image from DOTM: The Game. I don't think it is the official FB page for the movie mostly because it is using fan provided images including bootleg Hasbro toy pics, posters created by fans (including images created for this site) along with cast and crew notes that seem incorrect. Mostly posting them because cool images. Thanks to Karimpie and Winston for Apple link and LordBerti for FB stuff.







2012 Honda Civic

The latest generation of the Honda Civic comes in a matching set of six. As Bumper2Bumpertv has found out that is how many variations exist on the compact--which by the way is in it's ninth generation.

2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution

2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution is a car that holds the title of one of the world’s fastest car. For all these reasons, one of the German tuning company “Edo Competition” which has a reputation in making a super car is faster to make modifications in the improvement of and little change in the exterior.
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution
Edo Koenigsegg Super Cars CCR became one of their amazing work. Additionally there are the changes made to the interior and exterior design of the vehicle. The changes are for example contained in the wheel with a layer of charcoal paint, the presence of additional light to the CCR model, and materials throughout the cabin Alcantara on Koenigsegg’s provides a sense of more luxurious.
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution
Edo has managed to upgrade with the exotic, rare and unique characteristic to them. However, the most impressive aspect is still intense and violent acceleration, which is almost unparalleled, even in the field of supercars.
Since the V8 engine is being force-fed by twin superchargers, the main focus was on the setup of the two Rotrex units. With assistance from the manufacturer the drive ratio was modified and the ECU was remapped to accommodate the hardware changes. The aim was to increase the power output while maintaining a broad torque curve over the whole rev range. With the new drive ratio the engine hits its torque peak earlier and puts out up to 891 horsepower, depending on the level of tune. In order to ensure long term reliability of the superchargers, the engine redline was lowered to 7,200 rpm.
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution have a over haul gear transmition change to six speed gearbox transmition.it can produce rotation in just 3,700 rpm all the way up to 6,000 rpm,finely tuned directional stability beyond 300 km/h (186 mph) and a top speed that was reduced slightly from 390 km/h (242 mph) for phenomenal and significantly improved acceleration and drivability.
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution
To make changes, Edo Koenigsegg contacted to help with a modification ratio of the drive and remapping the ECU. After focusing on the setup of the two superchargers, they ensure that they can generate maximum power while providing a wider range of torque throughout the powerband, hitting the maximum torque earlier and actually reduces the rev limiter to 7200 RPM.
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution
The result enables a V8 engine to produce up to 891 HP now – up from standard 806 HP. The six-speed gearbox was dismantled in its entirety and replaced with plastic bushing Uniball unit. All work to enable 2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution engine to get to 62 mph in 3.2 seconds, to 124 mph in 9.7 seconds and 186 mph in 23 seconds.
As for the exterior 2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution, the tuner offers a new set of wheels with a layer of charcoal and paint the front end is updated with additional lights. The interior of the Koenigsegg then covered in Alcantara materials and a redesigned center console added to accommodate the new infotainment system with reverse camera and bag custom-made for a remote immobilizer.
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution
The bottom line: edo competition has succeeded in upgrading this extremely rare exotic with fine details without watering down its distinctly unique character. However, the most impressive aspect is still the intense and violent acceleration, which is virtually unparalleled, even in the realm of supercars.
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution
Additional changes were made to the design of the vehicle’s interior and exterior. The wheels for example underwent a beauty treatment and received a coat of charcoal paint. The updated front with auxiliary lights now resembles the later CCR models, and the Alcantara material that was used throughout the Koenigsegg’s cabin provides a more luxurious feel. The redesigned center console now accommodates a new infotainment system including a reversing camera as well as a custom-made pouch for the immobilizer remote. For safety reasons a TPM system now informs the driver about tire pressures and temperatures. The display was integrated into the dashboard.
2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution
All modifications are carried out exclusively at edo competition Motorsport GmbH in Ahlen. Upgrade package total 2011 Koenigsegg Super Cars Edo Competition CCR Evolution will make customers come back 40,000 euros, or $ 56,828 at current rates.
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