Japanese were accused of dumping auto parts.

The Auto Internacional Assn., a trade group representing U.S. businesses that import parts for foreign-built cars, said it asked Congress, the Justice Department, the Commerce Department and the Federal Trade Commission to investigate the alleged dumping of auto parts by Japanese auto makers. The group said the Japanese yen has risen nearly 75% in value compared to the dollar since January, 1985, while the prices of auto parts from Japanese car manufacturers have risen 12% to 15%.