Why does media compare the U.S. to the city of OSLO when comparing gas prices? differences are night and day

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Oslo is a relatively small city and parking is at a premium so a car is a bit of a liability. Fortunately there is an extensive and superbly efficient public transport system involving buses, trams, subway, trains and ferries, operated by Oslo Sporveier. The city is served by 50 bus lines and eight tram routes, all starting from Jerbanetorvet at Oslo S Station. The subway is called the Oslo T Bane and there are five underground lines covering the city. All public transport runs from 5.30am to midnight, with tickets available from bus drivers or vending machines at stations. The Tourist Ticket allows for unlimited use within 24 hours, while the 1, 2, and 3-day Oslo Card allows unlimited travel on any form of public transport, and includes free museum admissions and other discounts. Ferries operate on a seasonal basis, between April and September, linking the City Hall to the museum-studded island of Bygdøy. There are also ferry services to the harbor islands. Metered taxis are easy to come by, and can be found at ranks near shopping centers, city squares, stations and other gathering points. Cabs can also be ordered by telephone from a central office, or hailed in the street if the rooftop light indicates it is available for hire.

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They also note that Norway is the #5 exporter of oil, so I think they are trying to sneak the idea into your head that even if we drill ANWAR and off the coast, gas is still going to be expensive.

Seriously why would oil companies LOWER prices on their product just because they were allowed to drill in more places? the cost of a barrel is going to stay the same, they are just going to be selling more of the oil to China and India and other places on the world market.