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Michael Bay Official Website has confirmed the previously rumored new Vehicle Mode of Bumblebee for Transformers 4.

"Bumblebee as a highly modified, vintage 1967 Camaro SS."

So, Instagramer rezzieboi was correct after all. Does this mean he's also correct on the fact he tagged the rusty truck as a Dinobot?

More new images from the Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where Transformers 4 is currently on location filming, reveal a new vehicle which it is being speculated might be the new form of Bumblebee. The new car is a Camaro like Bumblebee is known for in the live-action movies, but an older version. The color scheme is also primarily black, with just the yellow on the front near the grill. This might be reason to discount this as Bumblebee, were it not for the fact that Beast Hunters has also recently made the switch to this "Stealth Bumblebee" look - perhaps this car is also intended to be a "Stealth Bumblebee" as a part of the plucky Autobot's new look? It is also possible that this is a pure and simple stunt car and not a Transformer - time will tell.

This news comes to you via mar10stm's Instagram feed and the Transformers Live Action Movie Blog.

More photos are arriving from the set of Transformers 4 Principal Photography. These photos are also courtesy of Instagramer rezzieboi.

First pic is a side look at Movie Optimus Prime 2.0 (Had to do a Miko there).

Second image is a never before seen look of a new (well actually, a rusty old) truck vaguely resembling the old G1 Optimus Prime from the cartoon. The photo uploader is mentioning that the rusty truck is a Dinobot: "One of the new #transformers from yesterday movie shoot #dinobots, who are u!!! Damn sexy a.f that's what'd up #michaelbay #markymark". We currently have no confirmation on who this might turn out to be. Have a guess.

Number 3... Bumblebee (well, that sure rhymed). It seems we have to take the word of the photographer who seems to have seen the vehicle which is now covered.

Take a look at the images, after the jump.

Entertainment news site Joblo states that they know the names of the two Autobots revealed today. According to the site:

2013 Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse is Drift; who may possibly be the earlier rumored “Samurai Bot”.

2014 C7 Corvette Stingray is Slingshot.

However, speaking to the fans Michael Bay Official Website Admin Nelson said “This is the 4th movie, you would think these guys would've learned by now that production names DO NOT EQUAL final name.”

Well, the debate is on. Would you like to keep the names of these hot new cars? Or would you think they should be different characters? Fire away then!

A photo posted on Instagram (from the Transformers 4 set) seems to show off a new look for movie Optimus Prime. Based on the photo, Prime’s new vehicle mode is a mix between his G2 Laser Optimus Prime toy and his Transformers: Prime 1.0 vehicle mode (prior to Beast Hunters).

Props to Instagramer rezzieboi for the image.

Update: Prime's new look is confirmed by ComicBookMovie and Michael Bay.

"The completely upgraded, custom-built Optimus Prime from Western Star (a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America)."

Stay tuned with TFW2005 for more info.

Following the reveal of 2 new Autobots from Transformers 4, Michael Bay Official Twitter Feed has been updated with an announcement that Principal Photography of Transformers 4 has officially begun.

“Transformers 4, started shooting in the Navajo Tribal Park in Monument Valley”

Also, actress Nicola Peltz who plays the lead female role has posted at Instagram, a photo of driving through Moab. From the logo, her car is a Mercedes and may just be a car used to transport staff.

So, if you guys are around the filming area and is able to grab a pic or two, share with us at TFW2005 and we’ll share it to the world. Last time, our own Jimmy88 became the first person to announce Optimus Prime’s Trailer during the Chicago Filming of Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

It's time for some actual Transformers 4 news, courtesy of Yahoo!, who has publicity photos of two new cars (and possible Autobots) fresh from the Transformers 4 set on the border of Arizona and Utah: The 2013 Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse (which is not only a car that goes for approximately $2.5 MILLION, but it's also one of this newsie's favorite car designs, period) and a special racing livery version of the 2014 C7 Corvette Stingray concept. While we do not know who exactly these characters may be, we DO know that they are both new Autobots.

Who do you think they could be? Swing on by the discussion thread and speculate away!

EDIT: These new cars have not only been confirmed by Bay's official website, but have also had larger photos uploaded. They have been attached to this story.

The Transformers 4 extras casting continues! Next up: Michigan! According to this report from CBS Detroit, extras being sought include "males and females at least 18-years-old who can play the part of a clean-cut business person, military or FBI agent. They’ll also be casting Asian families of all ages."

This stage of the filming is scheduled to take place in June through August, suggesting some major filming taking place in the area.

A trio of Transformers 4 extras casting calls have gone out via Beth Sepko Casting & Third Coast Extras on Facebook.

The initial call that went out was for "Submissions from Extras with very strong unique "character" faces that express a larger than lifeTEXAS type personality. Think people that look like Ranchers, oil men and women, realtor types that sell Dallas mansions, small town salt of the earth types, and strong southern-looking men & women- with faces that have a real local Texas flavor to their look and uniqueness!"

A second call followed today for some more specific casting, as follows: ""Mom"- Female Caucasian or Hispanic: Age 30s-50s (must have plus sized figure, expressive comedic face, small town Texas look ); "Dad"- Male Caucasian or Hispanic: Age 30s-50s (must have plus sized figure, expressive comedic face, small town Texas look)"


There was also a casting call for Hollywood staple attractive women: "FEMALE CAUCASIAN EXTRAS between the ages of 16-23 fit, tan, attractive with an "all-american" Texas type"

Word reaches us that Transformers Live Action Movie veteran Glenn Morshower will not be returning for Transformers 4. While attending the Texas Frightmare Weekend earlier this month, Morshower told fans that due to a scheduling conflict he would be unable to reprise his role for the fourth instalment of the live action movie franchise. Glenn Morshower played the role of Colonel Sharp in the first movie, commander of the ill-fated Soccent air base, before returning to play the role of General Morshower in Revenge of the Fallen and Dark of the Moon.

We’ve mentioned her before on a news post regarding Transformers 4. Back then, she was auditioning for a role on Transformers 4 at the Chinese Talent Search, but now Miss Li Bingbing has confirmed she is starring on the upcoming Michael Bay Transformers Live Action Movie.

"A report on m1905.com -- a Chinese film-related portal operated by the state-owned China Movie Channel, one of the film's three co-producers -- quoted a statement from Paramount Pictures, Sid Ganis’ Jiaflix Enterprises and China Movie Channel as saying that Resident Evil: Retribution star Li Bingbing will board the production. She will soon be joined by other well-known actors as well as newcomers recruited from a talent-scouting competition."

Examiner has posted an article mentioning that Transformers 4 filming is underway in Austin, Texas. That’s not the only thing the article reveals; it also highlights the character name of Mark Wahlberg.

"Di Bonaventura Pictures and DreamWorks SKG in association with Hasbro are set to begin production on the Paramount Pictures science fiction action film "Transformers 4". Casting directors are auditioning actors in Los Angeles, as well as Austin, TX where filming will take place beginning late May, 2013. The extras will be cast throughout filming. Additional shooting will take place in various locations including China. This project is currently being referred to as "Untitled Transformers Sequel," and will the first feature film to be shot using smaller digital IMAX 3D cameras.

Starring in "Transformers 4" is Jack Reynor in the starring role of a race car driver. The talented and beautiful Nicola Peltz has been cast in the female lead role of Reynor's girlfriend. Mark Wahlberg has signed on to play Nicola's father Flynn Vincent. Sophia Myles will play a major role as a scientist. Peter Cullen returns as the voice of Optimus Prime, and Glenn Morshower reprises his role as General Morshower. Kelsey Grammer was recently cast as the lead villain named "Harold Attinger". Directors Guild of America DGA Award winner Michael Bay will return to direct his fourth installment of the film series from a screenplay written by Ehren Kruger."

For more information and how to become an extra, visit Examiner.com.

The Wrap is reporting that actress Sophia Myles has joined the cast of Transformers 4. According to the article, her role will be a major supporting role that might be a scientist.

Most of you may know her as Madame de Pompadour from one of the most heart-warming Doctor Who episodes; The Girl in the Fireplace.

She is a very skilled actress notable for her roles in movies such as Underworld, Thunderbirds (2004) and Out of Bounds.

A while back, actor Tyrese Gibson announced that he is in talks for Transformers 4. However, 7 months later Mr. Gibson spoke to Moviehole regarding the matter. He had this to say...

"It’s looking like an appearance might happen. I haven’t got that phone call yet, officially. We’ll see what happens."

We also learned that Josh Duhamel is to make a cameo appearance on Transformers 4. It seems as though Tyrese Gibson's role in the upcoming movie may be the same. Only time will tell.

Not major news like Kelsey Grammer casting, but some tiny casting news from Transformers 4. Apparently, the Auditions for Transformers 4 Chinese Cast are off to a great start. As Yahoo News found out, there is going to be 6 roles available with 2 slots already filled by Li Bingbing and Wu Xiubo.

2005 Boards Member TFtoycollector is bringing us the news that over 50,000 Chinese actors will audition for a role on TF4 and among them some famous actors such as Huang Xiaoming, Chen Kun and top star, Peter Ho.

The names of course are new to Hollywood but in China their reputation precedes them. Casting of Chinese Actors for Transformers 4 is a move to market movies to China where an emerging (and potentially huge) market for Hollywood movies exist. This move is endorsed by both Paramount and Hasbro. We are yet to hear about the Robot Cast of Transformers 4. Director Michael Bay declared that they’ll be bringing in New Characters and Old Characters will go through a “Full Redesign”.

The six Chinese actors will join Mark Wahlberg, Jack Reynor, Nicola Peltz, Kelsey Grammer and Stanley Tucci for the upcoming movie. Josh Duhamel meanwhile is said to make Cameo Appearance in Transformers 4