Arson Squad detectives are continuing to investigate a fire in Moonee Ponds this morning.
Emergency services were called to a blaze on Young Street about 5.15am.
Police were told a grey Holden Cruz sedan was driving along before it stopped outside a business.
It is understood the fire started inside the vehicle, then spread to the shop and another car parked next to it.
No one was inside the business at the time of the incident and there was damage to the front of the premises.
An apartment block nearby was evacuated as a precaution.
Investigations into the exact cause of the fire are ongoing.
It is being treated as suspicious at this stage.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
