The document discusses trends in global oil consumption from 1965 to 2005, showing increases over time in countries like the US, UK, Germany, France, Japan, India, China, and oil producing countries. It also discusses future pressures on oil from economic growth and increasing consumption in developing countries. The text raises concerns about policies encouraging more affordable cars that rely on petrol rather than clean energy. It directs the reader to consider problems for countries relying on oil imports versus those exporting oil as reserves decline.