FTC Solar, a Texas-based provider of solar tracker systems and software solutions, has launched its enhanced Pioneer terrain-following tracker at RE+ 2025 in the US. The upgraded tracker is engineered to minimize grading requirements, which reduces balance-of-system costs while maintaining structural stability and operational reliability across utility-scale sites. FTC Solar has integrated advanced control algorithms into the design, allowing precise terrain adaptability and consistent panel orientation on uneven landscapes. The tracker also enables faster module row assembly, which lowers labor costs and shortens installation timelines for developers and EPC contractors. According to FTC Solar, optimized panel orientation across variable site conditions has improved energy yield and increased overall efficiency. FTC Solar stated that reducing earthwork requirements has further accelerated project delivery and limited environmental disruption, making the Pioneer tracker suitable for deployment across diverse geographies. Recently, FTC Solar introduced an 80° hail stow feature for the Pioneer tracker in Austin, further enhancing its resilience under extreme weather conditions.