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Non-controlling interests (Details Textual) (Fujian Qiaolong [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2014
Fujian Qiaolong [Member]
 
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]  
Noncontrolling Interest Increase Decrease from Business Combination Fair Value $ 2.8caas_NoncontrollingInterestIncreaseDecreaseFromBusinessCombinationFairValue
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Fujian Qiaolong Acquisition [Member] 51.00%us-gaap_BusinessAcquisitionPercentageOfVotingInterestsAcquired
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