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Vol. 15 No. 1 (2025)
Enero-Junio

Articles

Vehicular Inclusion: an Analysis of Deaf Driving and Prospects for More Accessible Mobility

https://doi.org/10.19053/uptc.20278306.v15.n1.2025.19188

Published 2025-03-31

  • Luis Alberto Quintero-López
    • ,
  • José Luis Consuegra-González
    • ,
  • Jorge Andrés Silva-Parada
    • ,
  • Juan Camilo Castro-Barrios
    • ,
  • Isaac David Oliveros-Quintero

Luis Alberto Quintero-López
Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina, Valledupar, Colombia.

José Luis Consuegra-González
Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina, Valledupar, Colombia

Jorge Andrés Silva-Parada
Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina, Valledupar, Colombia

Juan Camilo Castro-Barrios
Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina, Valledupar, Colombia

Isaac David Oliveros-Quintero
Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina, Valledupar, Colombia.

Abstract

This article analyzes the feasibility of driving for individuals with hearing impairments by identifying challenges, technological adaptations, and regulations that facilitate their vehicular inclusion. Studies indicate that although deaf individuals do not perceive auditory signals, they develop enhanced visual perception to compensate for this limitation on the road. The importance of interdisciplinary evaluations and technological adaptations, such as visual alert systems, is emphasized to ensure safe driving. In Colombian context, regulations such as Law 1618 of 2013 and recent resolutions have advanced the accessibility of driver’s licenses for this population, promoting their autonomous mobility. However, challenges persist, particularly regarding communication barriers in training and certification processes. This underscores the need to continue fostering inclusive technologies and regulatory frameworks to enhance equity in access to vehicular mobility.

Keywords

inclusion, driving, hearing impairment, technological adaptations

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Author Biography

Luis Alberto Quintero-López

Ingeniero Agroindustrial, Magíster en Desarrollo Sostenible y Medio Ambiente

José Luis Consuegra-González

Ingeniero Electrónico, Magíster en ingeniería

Jorge Andrés Silva-Parada

Ingeniero Industrial

Juan Camilo Castro-Barrios

Ingeniero Industrial

Isaac David Oliveros-Quintero

Ingeniero Industrial

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