A solar tracking system (also called a sun tracker or sun tracking system) maximizes your solar system's electricity production by moving your panels to follow the sun throughout the day, optimizing the angle at which your panels receive solar radiation. Solar tracking systems do come with a high price tag. Is the extra solar power output you're getting worth the additional cost of a solar tracker? In most cases. . The key is in the important role of solar post-installation support. Choosing the right solar panel support structure can mean the difference between a system that lasts 25+ years and one that requires constant maintenance.