Transformers, according to the plot of their Revenge of the Fallen film, refuel by exploding suns and harvesting the energy. It’s probably not the most environmentally friendly method, to be honest. But Jolt and his fuel-efficient vehicle mode goes some way to redress the balance.

Jolt (the blue Autobot in the film who was just “there” from time to time) assumes the form of a licensed Chevrolet “Volt” electric/hybrid car. Comparable with the rest of the licensed-vehicle Autobots from the Transformers Revenge of the Fallen range, Jolt features authentic body styling and appropriate logos.

There are a lot of seams across the shell of the vehicle mode, and Jolt is one of the few cars that has a split windscreen. The dark blue colouration and tinted windows do a decent job of minimising the effect of the joins.

Jolt’s transformation is actually the most straightforward of the range. It’s a refreshing change! Though not simple as such, the engineering is logical enough so that Jolt can switch modes in a matter of seconds.

In robot mode, Jolt retains its blue colour scheme. The same translucent dark blue plastic used for the car’s windows is used for the upper torso of the robot. Though the dark colours obscure the mould’s detailing, it’s a stylish look all the same.

Jolt’s weapons are two bright turquoise “electro-whips” which swing out from the sides of the arms at the twist of a switch. The whips themselves are quite nasty, complete with a series of barbs and pointed end. Jolt may be environmentally friendly, but its whips aren’t exactly child-friendly!

Criminally underused in Transformers Revenge of the Fallen, Jolt is one of the better designs and the best so far of the “Deluxe-Class” Autobots from the toy range.

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Category: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
Tags: Blue | Chevrolet | Jolt

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