A SNAKE Valley man was killed when his car hit a tree at Hillcrest last night.
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It is believed the 37-year-old died instantly when his Nissan hatchback burst into flames after running off the Smythesdale-Snake Valley Road and hitting a tree about 11.15pm.
Ambulance Victoria spokesman John Mullen said the car was completely burnt out and that the single occupant was deceased when paramedics arrived.
The identity of the driver is still not known.
Investigators believe the car was travelling west on Snake Valley Road when the driver lost control while negotiating a bend.
Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.