A CAR burst into flames after a collision on the A403 last night near Pilning.

Firefighters from Avonmouth and Patchway were dispatched after receiving the callout at 6.13pm, racing to the stretch of the A403 close to Northwick.

Crews used high pressure hose reels and breathing apparatus to put out the flames.

An Avon Fire and Rescue Service spokeswoman said that the cause of the incident was accidental.