<p>A solar electric scooter (100) with foldable photovoltaic modules (12) is disclosed. According to one preferred embodiment, an apparatus is provided for transportation comprising one or more batteries (116) capable receiving and storing an electric charge. An electric motor (16) may be capable of providing rotational velocity to one or more wheels (3,4) upon receiving power from the electric batteries (116). A plurality of foldable photovoltaic modules (12) may comprise solar cells (42) capable of providing electric charge to the one or more batteries (116).</p>