Rodimus, originally named Hot Rod, is the name of several fictional characters in the various Transformers universes. Originally named Hot Rod and then Rodimus Prime, later Rodimus, is the name of several fictional characters in the various Transformers universes. Hot Rod was first introduced in The Transformers: The Movie, where he was voiced by Judd Nelson. He transforms into a futuristic red sports car, with flames painted on the hood and doors. Hot Rod has displayed the ability to shoot lasers out of his forearms as well as having a retractable saw blade. Source