Downshift (TF 2010)

The name or term "Downshift" refers to more than one character or idea. For a list of other meanings, see Downshift (disambiguation).

Downshift is an Autobot from the live-action film series continuity family (via the 2010 Transformers toyline).

Blame Mark Millar for me not being "Big Daddy".

Downshift was once a security agent, an orderly by-the-book 'bot who once followed the rules and laws. Unfortunately, the beginning of the war brought a toll, as he witnessed all that order collapse around him. Nowadays, he still believes in the greater good, but he is a loose cannon, disinterested in following rules not his own.

Fiction

Ask Vector Prime

In universal stream Tyran 208.28 Gamma, Downshift was one of the Autobots who answered the summons to refuge on Earth following the stranding of the bulk of the Decepticon forces on Cybertron. Ask Vector Prime

Toys

Transformers (2010)

• Downshift (Scout, 2011)

Downshift is a blue, yellow, and black redeco of Hubcap, and transforms into a hot rod based on a 1930s-style car of indeterminate make, but most closely related to the Willys 77 (with some elements of its successor, the Americar). His feet appear to be based upon the iconic foot design of the Japanese mecha franchise Gundam. Compared to other toys from the live-action film series, his transformation consists of a mere three or four very easy steps.

As part of the Reveal the Shield subline imprint of the 2010 Transformers toyline, Downshift would have sported a rubsign on the hood instead of a regular faction insignia. The back of his card still identifies his faction, however.

The stock photography on the cardback does not show the yellow detailing on the in-package figure's knees.

Downshift was intended to be released as part of the fifth Scout Class wave of the 2010 Transformers toyline together with Demolition Rumble and Bodyblock, but fell victim to the line's discontinuation by all major US retailers in favor of the then upcoming Dark of the Moon line. Unlike the previous wave, which was released in other markets and eventually showed up at US discount stores, the Downshift/Rumble/Bodyblock wave remains unreleased.

Your bargaining posture is highly dubious. Proceed on your way to oblivion. This item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.

Notes

• His bio is pretty clearly inspired by Max Rockatansky from the Mad Max film series.