West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted to a vehicle fire on Broadwater Road, Worthing around 8.10am.
“Joint Fire Control mobilised one fire engine from Worthing to the scene,” a spokesperson said.
"Upon arrival the crew found a van well alight. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the fire using a hose reel.
“The crew left the scene at 8.42am.”
Scroll down to see photos from the scene, as thick black smoke billowed whilst crews tackled the blaze.