Crews extinguished a car fire in Maidstone this afternoon.

The incident, involving a Renault Scenic, was first reported on High Street at 2.43pm.

It's not thought anyone was injured in the fire, which came from the vehicle's engine.

VIDEO: The car engulfed in flames

A witness said he spoke to a woman in the car who was reluctant to get out, it is reported she managed to escape just before it burst into flames.

The owner is believed to be a man who returned to find it alight.

A fire engine arrived at around 2.50pm and remained on scene for around 20 minutes, leaving around 3.11pm.

The High Street was closed in both directions, and buses were being diverted via Pudding Lane.

The road has since reopened.

The cause of the fire is currently unknown, however, a firefighter at the scene said it is believed to be an oil problem.