Emergency services are currently on scene after a car crashed and burst into flames in McCrae this afternoon.
Police have been told a sedan was travelling south along the Mornington Peninsula Freeway near Lonsdale Street about 5.15pm.
It is believed the vehicle left the road and crashed into a tree before bursting into flames.
The male driver and sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene.
He is yet to be formally identified.
Anyone who witnessed the crash is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or to make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au