in a production vehicle; this was initially intended to debut in 1993, but was pushed back due to technological difficulties. The Trans Sport also added a driver's-side airbag in 1994. For model years 1994 and 1995, traction control was optional with the 3800 engine, and became standard in 1996 with the 3.4-liter V6. Reception A focal point of the U-body minivans was their styling. GM's approach, ostensibly to create a sport-styled van, was derided; the vans were called "dustbusters" colloquially, after the pointy-nosed handheld vacuum cleaner of the same name. Moreover, the unusually long and steeply sloped windshield, and resultant long distance to the windshield's base from the driver's position, made the vehicles disconcerting to drive for some. Following slow sales and pointed criticism in Chrysler advertisements, the Trans Sport and Lumina APV were facelifted in 1994. The nose was shortened by 3 inches, some cladding was removed, and the interior dashboard received a ridge to lessen the perceived distance to the windshield's base. The European market did not receive this facelift, as the vans' initial styling had not been negatively received there. For model years 1994 and after, the European Trans Sport became an Oldsmobile Silhouette (which had not been facelifted in the U.S. market bar a minor facelift to the front bumper in 1993) with Pontiac badging. At launch, the Trans Sport's 3.1-liter V6 was received as underpowered for the relatively large vehicle. This was rectified in the 1992 model year, with a 3.8-litre V6 offering improved torque and acceleration becoming optional. In 1995, a 1.9-liter turbodiesel by PSA became an option in the European market. First generation (1990-1996) 1990 All new model. Available as Trans Sport (with silver cladding) and Trans Sport SE (monochromatic), both offered the 120-hp 3.1L V6 and three-speed automatic. Launched in Europe with minor differences in exterior trim required for regulatory concerns as well as engine and transmissions appropriate for Europe's differing fuel cost and vehicle taxation structure. In some European countries sold through Opel dealers. 1991 Customer complaints regarding glare reflected on the interior of the windshield from the massive expanse of the dashboard led to the addition of black carpeting in lieu of the more reflective plastic used in the previous year. Power windows and door locks made standard on American models. A manual sunroof was newly available. 1992 Base model was discontinued and a sporty GT model was added. Newly