Why does the media compare the U.S. to the city of OSLO when comparing gas prices?

Question

The differences are Night and Day!!!

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.

Answer 1

They're trying to shut us up about high gas prices by saying, "Well, at least its not as bad here as it is over there" all while ignoring small apples-to-oranges details

Answer 2

Well I'm not sure what your asTing.  wOrd. But your right whatever it is.

Answer 3

The media is the prime avenue for propaganda, they continually justify these high prices as our punishment for leaving our carbon footprint, I've seen plenty of these comparrison's made, isnt it funny how they dont tell you the Whole Story when making comparrison's.

Answer 4

I'm tired of the constant "This is how Europe does it, we should be more like them" c**p.  I'm not saying they don't do some things better than we do, but as you point out they tend to live closer together and have less need for cars.