Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On August 9, 2012, China Automotive Systems, Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release announcing financial results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2012. The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information in this Current Report, including in this Item 2.02 and in the exhibit attached hereto, is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 of Form 8-K and shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No Description
99.1 Press Release of China Automotive Systems, Inc., dated August 9, 2012.